how to add google adsense code in wordpress

🔹 Method 1: Using a Plugin (Recommended – Easy & Safe)

Best plugins:

• Site Kit by Google
• Ad Inserter

Steps:

1. Go to WordPress Dashboard → Plugins → Add New
2. Search for Site Kit by Google
3. Install & Activate
4. Connect your Google account
5. Link your AdSense account
6. Turn ON Auto Ads

✅ Done! Ads will start appearing automatically.

🔹 Method 2: Add AdSense Code Manually (Without Plugin)

Step-by-step:

1. Login to your AdSense account
2. Go to Ads → Get Code
3. Copy the AdSense script code

Now go to WordPress:

4. Navigate to:
   Appearance → Theme File Editor
5. Open the file: header.php
6. Paste the AdSense code just before </head>
7. Click Update File

⚠️ Important:

• If you update/change your theme, this code may be lost
• Always backup before editing

🔹 Method 3: Using “Custom HTML Widget”

Good for placing ads in sidebar, footer, or inside posts

Steps:

1. Go to Appearance → Widgets
2. Add a Custom HTML block
3. Paste your AdSense ad unit code
4. Save

🔹 Method 4: Using Gutenberg Editor (Inside Posts)

1. Edit any post/page
2. Add block → Custom HTML
3. Paste AdSense ad code
4. Update post

💡 Pro Tips

• Use Auto Ads if you’re beginner
• Use Ad Inserter plugin for full control (ads between paragraphs, etc.)
• Make sure your site is:
  • Approved by AdSense
  • Has privacy policy & good content

🚨 Common Issues

• Ads not showing? → Wait 24–48 hours
• Check if your site is approved
• Disable AdBlock while testing