Starting a blog is one of the easiest ways to share your ideas, build an audience, and even make money online.
If you set it up correctly from the start, you can apply for Google AdSense and start earning through ads.
In this guide, I’ll walk you through step-by-step how to create a blog and get it ready for AdSense approval — even if you’re a complete beginner.
Step 1: Choose a Profitable Niche
Your niche is the main topic your blog will focus on. AdSense approves almost any niche, but some are better for earnings.
Safe, profitable niches include:
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Technology (gadgets, apps, reviews)
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Finance (money tips, budgeting)
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Health & Wellness (fitness, lifestyle tips)
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Education (career advice, study tips)
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Food & Recipes (healthy meals, local dishes)
Tip: Pick a niche you can write at least 30 posts about without running out of ideas.
Step 2: Pick a Blog Platform
The most popular and AdSense-friendly option is WordPress.org (self-hosted).
Why WordPress?
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Full control of your content
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Thousands of themes & plugins
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AdSense integration is easy
Other options: Blogger (owned by Google), Wix, Squarespace — but these have limitations.
Step 3: Get a Domain Name & Hosting
You need:
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Domain name (yourblogname.com)
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Web hosting (where your blog files live)
Recommended hosting providers:
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Hostinger (affordable & beginner-friendly)
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Bluehost (officially recommended by WordPress)
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Namecheap (cheap domains & hosting)
Tip: Keep your domain short, easy to spell, and related to your niche.
Step 4: Install WordPress & Design Your Blog
Once hosting is set up:
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Install WordPress (1-click install on most hosts).
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Pick a clean, mobile-friendly theme (Astra, GeneratePress, Kadence).
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Create important pages:
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About Us
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Contact Us
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Privacy Policy
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Terms & Conditions
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Step 5: Publish 15–30 High-Quality Posts
Before applying to AdSense:
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Each post should be 1000+ words.
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Use original content (no plagiarism).
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Add images and subheadings for easy reading.
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Avoid sensitive topics (adult, illegal, violence).
Example post ideas for a tech blog:
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“Best Budget Laptops for Students in 2025”
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“Beginner’s Guide to Smart Home Devices”
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“Top 10 Must-Have Apps for Android in 2025”
Step 6: Apply for Google AdSense
Once your blog has:
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At least 15 posts
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1–3 months of age (varies by country)
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Professional design
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Original content
Steps:
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Go to AdSense Signup Page
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Fill in your details.
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Add the AdSense code to your blog.
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Wait for approval email (usually 1–2 weeks).
Step 7: Keep Your Blog AdSense-Friendly
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Post regularly.
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Follow Google’s content policies.
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Avoid excessive ads that annoy visitors.
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Focus on useful, helpful content.
Just To Also Let You Know
Getting AdSense approval isn’t about tricks — it’s about having a professional, helpful blog that advertisers trust.
If you follow the steps above, you’ll be on your way to running a monetized blog that earns you passive income.
