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How can I reduce invalid clicks or accidental ad activity?

Asked on Sep 18, 2025

Answer

Reducing invalid clicks or accidental ad activity is crucial for maintaining a healthy relationship with ad networks like Google AdSense, which can penalize or suspend accounts for suspicious activity. Implementing strategic ad placements and user-friendly site design can help mitigate these issues.

Example Strategy: Use clear separation between content and ads by increasing padding or margins around ad units, and avoid placing ads near clickable elements like navigation buttons or download links.

Additional Comment:
  • Consider using heatmaps to analyze user interaction and adjust ad placements accordingly.
  • Regularly review your ad performance reports to identify unusual patterns in click activity.
  • Implement ad refresh strategies cautiously to avoid increasing accidental clicks.
  • Educate your audience about the importance of genuine ad interactions to support your site.
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