This article reviews common questions you may have about your app-ads.txt file.
Common questions about the app-ads.txt file
- What is a developer website?
- How should I host the app-ads.txt file if I don’t have a developer website?
- Can I create a developer website using Google Site?
- Where should I host my app-ads.txt file on my developer website?
- Where do I add my developer website in my store listing?
- How long does it take for AdMob to verify the uploaded app-ads.txt file?
- What kind of information should I include in my app-ads.txt file?
What is a developer website?
A developer website lets your users learn more about your apps and other content. It’s linked from your store listings in Google Play or the App Store.
For apps in the App Store, add your developer website in the marketing URL field.
How should I host the app-ads.txt file if I don’t have a developer website?
If you don’t currently have a developer website, you’ll need to create one through a web hosting solution.
You can also use Firebase Hosting to host your app-ads.txt file. Refer to the developer guide ( Android , iOS ) for more information.
Review the app-ads.txt guide for more details.
Can I create a developer website using Google Site?
No, we can’t crawl an app-ads.txt file built in Google Site. If you don’t currently have a developer website, you’ll need to create one through a web hosting solution.
You can also use Firebase Hosting to host your app-ads.txt file. Refer to the developer guide ( Android , iOS ) for more information.
Where should I host my app-ads.txt file on my developer website?
Review Step 3 in the app-ads.txt guide.
Where do I add my developer website in my app store listing?
To add your developer website in your app store listing:
- For Google Play: Add the website URL in the contact information of your app store listing:
- Sign in to your Play Console .
- Select an app.
- On the left menu, click Store presence, then Store settings.
- Scroll to Store listing contact details.
- Add your developer website URL. To confirm you successfully added the URL, check that the Developer Website URL is linked in the "app support" of your Android app page. Note: If you added or updated your developer website within your app store listing in Google Play, allow up to 24 hours for AdMob to detect these changes.
- For Apple App Store: Add your developer website in the marketing URL field of your app store listing. You can edit the marketing URL field when releasing a new version of your iOS app or when launching a new app in the app store, in the app information field. To confirm you successfully added the URL, check that the "Developer Website" link displays at the bottom of your iOS app page.
How long does it take for AdMob to verify the uploaded app-ads.txt file?
It can take 24 hours for AdMob to crawl and verify your app-ads.txt files. Wait at least 24 hours for the app-ads.txt status to update.
If you've recently updated your developer website on the Play Store or the App Store, it may take longer to verify your app's app-ads.txt file. Wait one week before seeking additional help.
What kind of information should I include in my app-ads.txt file?
You include a personalized code snippet in your app-ads.txt file. Learn more about adding your personalized code snippet into your app-ads.txt file .
