chevron_right
chevron_right
What is a Sticky Sidebar ad? How can I add a Sticky Sidebar ad to my site?
How-To/Instructional

What is a Sticky Sidebar ad? How can I add a Sticky Sidebar ad to my site?

Last Updated over a week ago
Article Navigation
Introduction
Steps
Troubleshooting
Need Further Assistance?

Introduction

Looking to maximize your ad revenue with a Sticky Sidebar ad? A Sticky Sidebar ad remains visible to users as they scroll down your page, making it an excellent way to utilize your page design for increased earnings, especially on longer posts. In this article, we'll guide you through the benefits of sticky sidebar ads and provide step-by-step instructions on how to add them to your site using your Ezoic dashboard. By the end of this guide, you'll be able to seamlessly integrate sticky sidebar ads and start monetizing this high-viewability ad space effectively.

Steps

1. Verify EzoicAds Settings:

  • Log in to your Ezoic dashboard.
  • Navigate to EzoicAds > Ad Types > Sticky Sidebar.
  • Enable sticky sidebar ads.

2. Add a Sticky Sidebar Placeholder:

Method A - Using the Ezoic Chrome Extension:

  •     Activate the Ezoic Chrome extension in your Chrome browser.
  •      Click on 'Create' and 'Select Location'.

               

  •  Highlight the area in the sidebar where you want the sticky sidebar placeholder to be.

         

  • Choose 'Sidebar Floating' and click 'Save Placeholder'.

           

Ensure there is no content or other placeholders in the sidebar below this placeholder before saving.

Method B - Using the Ezoic WordPress Plugin:

  • If you have a WordPress site, install and activate the Ezoic WordPress plugin.
  • Follow the instructions provided by the plugin to automatically set up a sticky sidebar. Guide here

Troubleshooting

Common issues you may encounter while setting up sticky sidebar ads and their solutions are outlined below:

  1. Sticky Sidebar Ads Not Displaying:
    • Solution: Ensure that the sticky sidebar option is enabled in your Ezoic dashboard. Navigate to EzoicAds > Ad Types > Sticky Sidebar and verify that the setting is turned on.
  2. Sticky Sidebar Placeholder Not Saving:
    • Solution: Double-check that there are no content elements or other placeholders below the sticky sidebar placeholder in your site's sidebar. This can interfere with the saving process. If using the Ezoic Chrome extension, make sure to follow the steps: Click 'Create,' then 'Select Location,' highlight the desired area, choose 'Sidebar Floating,' and click 'Save Placeholder.'
  3. Issues with WordPress Plugin:
    • Solution: If the sticky sidebar ad is not being set up automatically using the Ezoic WordPress plugin, verify that the plugin is correctly installed and activated. Refer to the plugin documentation for specific troubleshooting tips or consider reinstalling the plugin.

By following these troubleshooting steps, you can resolve common issues that may arise when setting up and maintaining sticky sidebar ads on your site. If problems persist, consider reaching out to Ezoic support for specialized assistance.

Need Further Assistance?

If you need further assistance with Sticky Sidebar ads, please log in via https://support.ezoic.com/ to make use of our dedicated resources for support. We're here to help!

Loading ...