How to Monetize Blogger Websites Using Direct Links
Blogger (formerly Blogspot) is a Google-owned blogging platform that has been active for many years. Despite the popularity of CMS platforms like WordPress, Blogger remains widely used in niches such as personal blogs, niche content websites, tutorials, entertainment, downloads, and regional news, especially in emerging markets.
Because Blogger offers free hosting, simple setup, and minimal technical requirements, many publishers still choose it as a starting point.
Blogger Free vs Custom Domain: What You Need to Know
If your website is hosted on a default Blogger subdomain, for example:
mywebsite.blogger.com
you should be aware of the following limitations.
Websites on free Blogger subdomains are subject to:
restrictions on many advertising formats
strict Google policies
partial or full blocking of ad scripts and trackers
As a result, advanced ad formats or script-based integrations may not work correctly, which can negatively affect fill rate and revenue.
However, monetization is still possible if you use formats that are fully compatible with Blogger’s technical and policy requirements, for example, HilltopAds DirectLink.
What Is a HilltopAds DirectLink?
A DirectLink is a simple URL that redirects users to an advertising offer or an intermediate monetization page. It does not require scripts, pixels, or complex integrations.
From Blogger’s perspective, a DirectLink functions as a standard external link placed inside your content.
Because no scripts are involved:
DirectLinks do not violate Blogger policies
they are not affected by Google’s script restrictions
they work safely on free subdomains such as mywebsite.blogger.com
Key Benefits of Using HilltopAds DirectLinks on Blogger:
– 100% compatible with Blogger, including free subdomains
– No technical skills required — just add a link
– Fast setup: start monetizing in minutes
– No impact on page speed
– Suitable for any content type
– Low risk of blocks or restrictions
For these reasons, DirectLink is one of the safest and most effective ways to monetize Blogger websites without a custom domain.
You can also find a step-by-step guide on creating a HilltopAds DirectLink in our Knowledge Base. If you need assistance, your personal manager is always available to help.
How DirectLink Monetization Works in Practice
DirectLink monetization is simple and flexible, making it especially suitable for Blogger websites.
A DirectLink can be placed:
anchor links within articles
clickable images or media content
CTA buttons like “Read more”, “Check offer”, or “Download”
in call-to-action (CTA) blocks
in menus or sidebars
inline links in reviews and guides
From Blogger’s perspective, these are treated as normal outbound links.