I've spent awhile on these boards searching for "swear words" and "profanity" regarding the adsense TOS. At first I was afraid to post a link to my site(I didn't want to be accused sitewhoring) and ask people their opinions on if it violates the TOS but I've seen other people do it so I guess it is alright to do on these boards. http://www.bigtimeslackers.com The above link is to my site which is a webcomic run by a friend and myself. I decided to ask about this now because the current comic is probably the worst case example of the rude/dirty humor that we sometimes use. If I applied for adsense today do you think i would be denied? When reviewing the site do you think they will go back in the archives and look at previous comics? Would it be better to wait for when the current comic contains no profanity and then apply for adsense? Thanks for you help, Rob
I didn't find your site 'excessively' profane. However, I didn't read the whole site. EDIT: On second thoughts, I looked further back and I think Google might not allow because of some other comics (such as one that looked like a guy with a bomb on his head). (They don't bother me, I'm trying to think like google when giving you this answer.) I'd suggest a network with a less strict TOS for that site. By the way, I liked your site. Nice comics.
Thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed the site. I forgot about that comic but I could see how it might violate google's TOS. You mentioned trying other networks. I know microsoft and yahoo offer similar services but I've heard they are invite only. Are there other networks with an even less strict TOS I am missing? Thanks again, Rob
I've seen adbrite on quite a few sites where I wouldn't expect adsense on, but this is probably a question better suited for Affiliate programs forum.