So are we allowed to discuss adsense earnings?

Discussion in 'Guidelines / Compliance' started by lyth0s, Apr 13, 2011.

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    So I was reading the adsense terms and conditions and I found this

    "7. Confidentiality. You agree not to disclose Google Confidential Information without Google's prior written consent. "Google Confidential Information" includes without limitation: (a) all Google software, technology, programming, specifications, materials, guidelines and documentation relating to the Program; (b) click-through rates or other statistics relating to Property performance in the Program provided to You by Google; and (c) any other information designated in writing by Google as "Confidential" or an equivalent designation. However, You may accurately disclose the amount of Google’s gross payments to You pursuant to the Program. Google Confidential Information does not include information that has become publicly known through no breach by You or Google, or information that has been (i) independently developed without access to Google Confidential Information, as evidenced in writing; (ii) rightfully received by You from a third party; or (iii) required to be disclosed by law or by a governmental authority."

    So does that mean that we are indeed allowed to discuss our adsense earnings? I've seen a lot people saying they would get banned if they did, so I have just always avoided speaking of the earnings.
     
    lyth0s, Apr 13, 2011 IP
  2. nihangshah

    nihangshah Prominent Member

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    You're allowed to show Total Earnings, but not CTR, CPM and income derived via individual ad units.
     
    nihangshah, Apr 13, 2011 IP
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    blogaboutnothin Peon

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    I know people in other forums who disclose their CTR and later they post that they were banned.
     
    blogaboutnothin, Apr 14, 2011 IP
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    sheikhu Member

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    Oh My God,,that is really some thing new for me as you are just sharing the ctr or cpm of your account and you got banned
     
    sheikhu, Apr 30, 2011 IP
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    I do believe one is not allowed to disclose their adsense earnings. I'm not sure though if you did you would get banned but its better to avoid a ban at all costs! I'm working on my site to get it ready for adsense
     
    Renneey, May 2, 2011 IP