If your ads are not appearing, it's important to know that it can sometimes take a few hours for them to display initially. If they are still missing after this period, the issue is likely related to one of several common causes, including problems with your ad tags, consent banner (CMP), ad blocker settings, or other technical issues. This guide will walk you through the most common reasons and their solutions.
The first thing to know is that the display of the first ads can sometimes take a few hours. If they are still not showing after this period, here are the most common reasons and solutions:
Incorrect or Broken Tags: Make sure that the ad tags (scripts) from The Moneytizer are correctly implemented. Even small mistakes (typos or missing elements) can prevent ads from loading.
Outdated Tags: If you are using old tags, they may not be compatible with the current system. Always use the most recent tags available in your Moneybox.
Ad Blockers: Check if ad-blocking extensions (e.g., AdBlock, uBlock) are active in your browser. They can prevent ads from being displayed.
If your website is subject to GDPR, CCPA, or similar regulations, a CMP banner is mandatory.
Missing or Misconfigured Banner: Without a proper consent banner, ads will not be served.
Solutions:
Ensure your CMP banner is active, visible, and compliant.
Test that the consent form is correctly integrated.
Verify that all vendors are listed; missing vendors cannot bid on your site.
Low Fill Rate: If demand from advertisers does not match your traffic profile, some ad spaces may remain empty.
Site Performance: Slow loading times, JavaScript errors, or rendering issues may block ads from appearing.
CDN or Caching: Content Delivery Networks or caching can delay or block scripts.
Google Ad Manager (GAM): If you use GAM, make sure the “safe frame” option is disabled. The Moneytizer tags will not display inside a safe frame.
Placement Issues: Ads placed below the fold or in broken layout areas may appear as missing.
Visibility Settings: Check CSS/HTML to ensure ads are not hidden (e.g., display: none, visibility: hidden).
Best Practice: Place ads above the fold or in visible areas.
Low-Quality Traffic: If your site receives low-engagement or bot traffic, ads may not be served.
Geo-Targeting Restrictions: Some regions have limited advertiser demand, which can reduce ad delivery.
Browser Testing: Check if ads fail in all browsers or only one.
Incognito Mode: Test in private browsing to rule out cache or ad blocker issues.
✅ Verify that your ad tags are correct and up to date.
✅ Confirm your CMP is working and compliant.
✅ Check that ad units are visible and properly placed.
✅ Make sure there is advertiser demand (fill rate).
✅ Test your site for speed, errors, or loading issues.
By following this checklist step by step, you should be able to identify why your ads are not showing and resolve the problem.