As we wrap up 2025, our team has been working hard to deliver a year-end package of improvements for the HilltopAds platform. 🎁 The result? A handful of new features and changes aimed at making your experience smoother, more secure, and more profitable.
In this December digest, you’ll find updates that empower publishers with easier site verification and streamlined payouts, plus new perks for all users like an enhanced referral program and an additional support channel. Grab a warm drink and let’s dive into the latest HilltopAds updates!
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Updates for Publishers
We know publishers are always looking for ways to optimize and simplify their workflows. This month, we introduced two key updates to support your monetization journey.
Website Verification via DNS Record
Verifying your website just got a lot easier and more flexible. In addition to existing verification methods, you can now confirm your site ownership by adding a DNS TXT record.
Instead of uploading files or inserting HTML code, simply add a unique TXT record provided by HilltopAds to your domain’s DNS settings. Once the DNS changes propagate (which may take up to 24 hours), hit “Verify Site” in your HilltopAds account – and you’re done!
This new method is especially handy for sites with strict security (like those using reCAPTCHA or other bot protections) or for users who don’t have direct access to edit their site’s HTML. In short, DNS verification ensures everyone can easily verify their websites and start monetizing without technical roadblocks.
For a step-by-step guide, check out our Website Verification via DNS Record tutorial in the Help Center.
Payout Method Update – Farewell to Payoneer
We’ve streamlined our payout options for publishers by removing Payoneer as a withdrawal method. This change helps us focus on the most efficient and widely-used payment solutions in the industry. If you previously relied on Payoneer, don’t worry – HilltopAds still offers a rich array of payment methods to ensure you get paid quickly and conveniently.
You can continue to withdraw your earnings via popular e-wallets like PayPal, WebMoney, Paxum, Capitalist, or go the crypto route with Bitcoin (BTC) and USDT Tether, or even opt for a traditional Wire Transfer for larger amounts. We’ve also recently added Wise (formerly TransferWise) as a payout method, which is great for direct bank transfers at low fees.
Be sure to update your “Payment Information” in the dashboard with your preferred alternative method if you haven’t already. Weekly payouts on a NET7 schedule will continue as usual – we’re just as committed as ever to getting you your earnings on time, every time.
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General Updates
Our platform isn’t just evolving for publishers – we’ve rolled out some exciting improvements that all HilltopAds users can benefit from. From boosting your referral earnings to staying in touch with us more easily, here’s what’s new for everyone:
VIP Referral Program for Bloggers – Earn 10% Commissions
Calling all content creators and affiliate partners – this one’s for you! HilltopAds has supercharged its Referral Program with a new VIP tier for bloggers and influencers. The standard referral program has long rewarded you with 5% of the revenue generated by referred advertisers or publishers.
Now, with the Referral Program for Bloggers section in your account, qualified partners can double their earnings and snag 10% lifetime commission from every user they bring on board. Yes, you read that right – 10% for life!
This exclusive VIP program is designed for those with an established audience (e.g. bloggers, YouTubers, social media influencers) and aims to recognize high-value referrals. Inside your dashboard, you’ll find a new tab where you can apply to become a VIP referral partner.
Simply submit your traffic sources (website, channel, etc.) for approval. Once approved, your account will unlock a special referral link that tracks the elevated 10% commissions on all future referrals. It’s an incredible opportunity to build a passive income stream by sharing HilltopAds – some of our top referrers have already earned tens of thousands in extra revenue through the program. Don’t miss out on boosting your earnings: head over to the Referral Program page in your account to learn more and apply.
For full details and tips, check out our blog post on the Referral Program and how one user earned $90k+ from referrals!
Connect with Your Personal Manager via WhatsApp
At HilltopAds, we pride ourselves on providing personalized support – and we’re always adapting to how our users prefer to communicate. In that spirit, we’ve added WhatsApp as a new channel to reach your dedicated account manager.
Whether you’re an advertiser fine-tuning campaigns or a publisher optimizing monetization, sometimes you need quick answers from a real human who knows your account. Now you can shoot your personal manager a WhatsApp message and get help on the go, right from your phone.
📱 This comes in addition to our existing support channels (email, live chat, Telegram, etc.), giving you one more convenient way to stay in touch. Your manager’s contact info – including their WhatsApp number – can be found at the top of your dashboard once you’re logged in.
Feel free to reach out with questions, ideas, or just to say hi! We’re excited about this update because it makes our one-on-one support even more accessible, underscoring our commitment to being a partner in your success. So, next time you have a question, you can get an answer as fast as typing out a message on WhatsApp.
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Final Thoughts
Each of these updates was crafted to keep HilltopAds ahead of the curve and aligned with your needs. We’re an ad network that never stops evolving – always on the lookout for trends and feedback to drive new features.
From a simpler way to verify your sites and reliable payout options, to rewarding our loyal partners and staying connected on the platforms you use most, we’re closing out the year by reinforcing our commitment to your growth.
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What’s next? If 2025 taught us anything, it’s that innovation is a continuous journey. As we head into 2026, expect HilltopAds to keep raising the bar with more improvements to help you monetize traffic and run campaigns more effectively than ever.
In the meantime, make sure to take advantage of December’s updates: verify those sites via DNS, update your payout method if needed, invite some friends over with that new 10% referral perk, and don’t hesitate to ping your account manager on WhatsApp when you need a hand.
Thank you for being a part of the HilltopAds community and for trusting us with your advertising and monetization needs. Here’s to your success and to an even more fruitful year ahead with HilltopAds! 🚀