New Battling Free Options - CheezAds, AdBrite, IndieKarma, PayPerPost and more.
joelch...@gmail.com
little bit. A few new services have been introduced to consider for
making money on your Web sites in addition to job postings, or however
else you're keeping on the lights.
1. AdBrite (http://www.adbrite.com) - I'm currently running their code
on my old blog, which now just one big testing ground
(http://cheesman.typepad.com). The income has been low, but I think if
you have a site with enough traffic/brand awareness, this could be an
interesting route to try.
2. Experclick (http://www.experclick.com) - I just signed up, so
nothing to report. They are, however, advertising like crazy in the
trade pubs, so may be one to watch.
3. PayPerPost (http://www.payperpost.com) - Mucho controversy is
surrounding this new money-for-blogging-about-our-product option.
Considering the fact you can say pretty much anything you want - good
or bad - and get paid, the anti-sentiment may be a tad overblown. You
decide. If you've got thick enough skin, this may be a viable option,
if you have a blog. To date, the companies utilizing this services
aren't targeted well to employment, but this could change. I am not
currently using this service as either an advertiser or publisher.
4. IndieKarma (http://www.indiekarma.com) - Another cash for blogging
option. Users see a frame on your blog and can choose to pay a few
cents for everytime they view your blog. Your blog content is still
visible for free, but becomes a little less appealing with the frame.
I'm not using that to date either, but may try it on my test blog for
giggles.
5. CheezAds (http://www.cheezads.com) - Selfish plug. My own
concoction. Add a piece of HTML code at the end of certain blog posts
and get paid. I would also consider paying for links on non-blog, Web
sites. Find out more - and sign up at no cost - at
http://www.cheezads.com.
Anyone using any of these services or have any other new options
available that might help the group 'battle free'? Also, there's a good
chance you may find more information on these services at
http://www.cheezhead.com.
- j