Definition
The space on a Web page available for advertisements.
Information
Ad space (or “ad real estate”) was not a factor in the earliest days of Web design, but it is now a major factor for sites that are dependent on advertising revenues. One of the challenges of Web design is to use ad space in a way that delivers for advertisers without alienating visitors.
Traditionally, ad space has consisted of space for banners on the top and bottom, along with space for buttons on the left and right. Recently, publishers have been experimenting with larger advertising sizes including skyscraper ads and rectangle ads.
Tools
WP Advanced Ads – powerful ad management plugin for WordPress.
see more: Marketing Tools or WordPress Tools
Calculators
AdSense Earnings Calculator – estimate how much you at can earn in a year with AdSense.
Affiliate Marketing Earnings Calculator – similar to the above, but for affiliate marketing.
Related Terms
above the fold, banner ad, button ad, rectangle ad, skyscraper ad, text ad
view all terms in the Web Design and Marketing glossary or all terms in the Digital Marketing glossary
