Hi, I'm just launching my first site. I'm still in the process of finding right hosting and buying domain (will probably take about 2-3 weeks) so right now I use free hosting with subdomain. My question: If I get any ads to be published on my site now (text links, banners etc.) will I have problem switching from subdomain to a regular top level domain? Will I have to register again/create new account or something like this or can I just use the same codes?
Depends on who or what is serving your ads. I recommend using your own as server solution like phpadsnew.
Congrats 4 your First Site. Dont go the rough way, go straight for the domain, you will get better ads for the domain.
that's where I am heading but I dont know if it's worth to wait additional 2-3 weeks. I'm not familiar with phpadsnew. is this some kind of ads manager? I have banner rotator script used on the site.
Patience is key.. you want to market your main domain.. not the subdomain correct? Switching from the two isn't always the greatest, its kind of like trying to redo your marketing campaign again with your new domain ones its up.
To answer your question, it depends on who you use for ads. If you use adsense, they will allow ads on free hosting and once you have an account, you can use it on any of your websites if it does not break the Adsense TOS. If you use someone like Commision Junction, chances are they will not allow you to use free hosting and if they do, most advertisers will not approve you. With Commision Junction, you just add websites as you get them. I would wait to sign up for them until you get a real domain. Just beaware that if you use them, if you get no earning in 6 months, they deactivate your account. Amazon you can use with free hosting and you can use on any of your sites. They are the easiest to work with but a huge money maker. I would set up your Adsense and Amazon accounts now and then when you get your own domain and hosting you will be all set and then you can apply for CJ. Good Luck and hope this helps answer the question!