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Google AdSense vs Mediavine
Google AdSense and Mediavine are both ad networks. Fees — Google AdSense: Publishers get 80% after the ad platform fee (about 68% when bought via Google Ads), $100 payout threshold. Mediavine: Requires about 50,000 monthly sessions (Journey from 10,000).
Updated · from each platform’s published fees and payout terms · how we verify
Key differences
- Fees — Google AdSense: Publishers get 80% after the ad platform fee (about 68% when bought via Google Ads), $100 payout threshold. Mediavine: Requires about 50,000 monthly sessions (Journey from 10,000).
- Both pay out via Bank transfer.
- Mediavine screens providers before they can join, while Google AdSense is open to anyone.
Which should you choose?
Choose Google AdSense if…
- You are just starting out and want to sign up without a screening.
Choose Mediavine if…
- You are an experienced professional ready to pass a screening.
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| Type | Ad networks like AdSense | Ad networks like AdSense |
| Category | Ads & Affiliate Marketing | Ads & Affiliate Marketing |
| Vetted | No | Yes |
| Work from home | Yes | Yes |
| Fees | Publishers get 80% after the ad platform fee (about 68% when bought via Google Ads), $100 payout threshold | Requires about 50,000 monthly sessions (Journey from 10,000) |
| Withdraw via | Bank transfer | Bank transfer |
| Availability | Worldwide | Mainly US-traffic sites |
| Founded | 2003 | 2004 |
| Headquarters | Mountain View, California, US (Google) | Boca Raton, United States |
| Popularity | 41 views · 0 likes | 45 views · 0 likes |
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Google AdSense or Mediavine?
Google AdSense: Publishers get 80% after the ad platform fee (about 68% when bought via Google Ads), $100 payout threshold. Mediavine: Requires about 50,000 monthly sessions (Journey from 10,000).
Where are Google AdSense and Mediavine available?
Google AdSense: Worldwide. Mediavine: Mainly US-traffic sites.
Which is easier to join, Google AdSense or Mediavine?
Google AdSense — anyone can sign up, while Mediavine screens providers before accepting them.