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Learn more about how you can earn money from your documentation site with our sponsored site plan. |
Learn more about the sponsored site plan in GitBook.
The sponsored site plan lets you access all of GitBook’s best docs site features at no cost while displaying a small, relevant ad in the corner of your documentation site. Each view generates revenue for you, turning your documentation into a source of income.
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The sponsored site plan is designed specifically for open source projects and sites. View the steps below to learn how to publish your first sponsored site.
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Begin by creating a new site from the site wizard and setting up your site with content. When asked to choose a plan, head to the For open source section, and choose the sponsored site plan. {% endstep %}
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Your site must be published publicly for seven days before you can submit it for review.
Head to your site’s settings, and scroll down to the Ads and sponsorship section. From here, review the ads checklist to make sure your site meets all the requirements before submitting. {% endstep %}
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After submitting your application, here’s what you can expect:
- Review process: Your site will be reviewed, and you can expect an estimated review time of up to seven days. Please note that this timeline may be different based on processing delays.
- Final status update: After the review, we’ll update your site’s status. Your site will either be marked as approved or rejected, depending on the review outcome. If approved, ads will be added to your site and you can start earning money!
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Once your site is live, here’s how the sponsored site plan operates:
- Earning potential: Every time someone views your documentation, a small, relevant ad will be displayed in the bottom corner of each page. You earn money from every view, which you can use to support ongoing development efforts.
- Ethical advertising: At GitBook, we prioritize ethical advertising. Ads displayed on your site will never track or retarget your users, ensuring a respectful experience for your audience.
- Visibility of content: Your content remains the focus. Only one small ad will appear on each page, ensuring that your documentation is always front and center.
Why was my site rejected?
Your site may be rejected for the sponsored site plan for several reasons. Common reasons include, but are not limited to:
- Your project is not an open source or not-for-profit project.
- Your project is a cryptocurrency project.
- The site is not published in English as it's primary language.
- The site does not contain quality content.
- The site does not reach a minimum number of page views per month.
How much money do I earn per view?
The CPM (cost per 1000) fluctuates, meaning there isn't a set $ amount per view.
After your site is approved, you'll gain access to your ads dashboard, giving you more insights into how your site performs over time.
What happens if I decide to switch back to a free site plan?
The sponsored site plan includes features that are not available to sites on the free plan. Switching back to a free plan will effectively downgrade your site plan, meaning you may lose access to certain features.