Adsense in the Philippines FAQ
Since there are lot of Filipino asking for it I have decided to write Adsense in the Philippines 101.
What is Google Adsense?
AdSense is the advertising program by Google. It’s basically displaying Google Adwords advertisement in your website either text or image ads.
How will I earn from Google Adsense?
There are two options in Google Adsense for you to earn money $ from this advertising program by Google. First is through cost-per-click (CPC) and through cost-per-1000-impression (CPM).
What is cost-per-click and cost-per-1000-impression?
Cost-per-click simply means if someone click your ads from your website it automatically generate earnings to your account. A click usually cost $.10-$.30. But if you display Philippines ads in your site you usually will get $0.03 or nothing at all (shrug).
Cost-per-1000 means every 1000 times Google Ads appear in your website you will be paid for it. I saw usually $0.01 per 1000 impression.
Is there a minimum payout before I can get my check?
Yes, atleast you have to earn $100 before Google will send checks to you.
What is a PIN?
A pin is a code that will be sent to your mailing address in your Google Adsense account. This is the way that will help Google verify your address. So make sure you’ve enter the right address in your Google Adsense account.
How long my Google PIN before it will arrive to my address?
It really depends but usually it will take 3-10 weeks. It really depends on your location. I heard some horror stories that they didn’t receive their Google PIN in almost a year then eventually led to the closure of their account because Google has time limit before they will deactivate your account. One of the solution that will help you is try to use different mailing address( use your relatives address) and just let them know that you will receive a mail from Google. Usually postman is not strict in the identity of the receiver of the mail.
What will I choose dollar or peso check?
Based on experience, its better to choose peso check rather than dollar check because dollar check is hard to encash.
How to encash peso check from Adsense?
There are two ways to do it. It’s either you will deposit it to your bank account or just go to Citibank Makati and instantly encash your check. Just bring 2 valid ID’s. So if you’re not from Metro Manila it’s advisable to choose the first option. The only problem with option 1 is some of the bank won’t accept checks deposit to your account if you’re not an account holder on their bank in the last 6 months. Though there are lot of banks out there. Try and try until you found the right bank for your adsense check.
How to encash your dollar check from Adsense?
Please refer here for extensive details on how to encash your dollar check.
I hope this information will help you in your Adsense quest. Looking to hear questions/comments/suggestions from you regarding the topic. Feel free to leave a comment below.
