Are you ready to start earning with Google AdSense but stuck on how to add the ads.txt file to your Squarespace website? Don’t worry—you’re not alone! When I first tackled this, it felt like deciphering a foreign language. But now that I’ve figured it out, I’m here to guide you through it step-by-step, so you can start monetizing your site effortlessly.

Let’s get those ads running, boost your income potential, and remove any error messages from your AdSense dashboard. By the end of this post, you’ll be an ads.txt pro.

What Is Ads.txt, and Why Does It Matter?

Ads.txt stands for “Authorized Digital Sellers,” and it’s a simple text file that ensures only authorized parties can sell ads on your website. Adding this file to your site is critical because:

It ensures transparency and security in digital ad transactions.
It prevents ad fraud, ensuring advertisers trust your platform.
Without it, your Google AdSense account may display a warning or stop showing ads altogether.

What You’ll Need Before You Start

Before diving in, here’s what you’ll need:

A Google AdSense account (sign up if you don’t already have one).
Access to your Squarespace account.
Your ads.txt file (provided by Google AdSense).

Step-by-Step Guide to Adding Ads.txt to Squarespace

Step 1: Get Your Ads.txt File from Google AdSense

Log in to your Google AdSense account.
Navigate to Sites from the left-hand menu.

3. If your site requires an ads.txt file, you’ll see a warning message at the top of the page. Click on Fix Now.

4. Copy the entire code provided in the ads.txt file (it should look something like this)

Step 2: Save the Ads.txt code as a file

This can be done by opening the notepad on your computer and pasting the code there.

Now name the file! the file name should be ads.txt. This is very important!

Step 3: Add the Ads.txt File to Squarespace

In your Squarespace dashboard, go to pages.
In the Main Navigation section, click the + sign.

3. Click the Link tab and switch the selection to File.

4. Click the Upload Icon and select the ads.txt file from your saved files

5. After the file has been uploaded, click close, no need to click save because we’re only using it for uploading the file.

This will store the file in your Squarespace CDN and it will be accessible at /s/ads.txt, eg: your-domain.com/s/ads.txt

Step 4: Trace the File URL

Use this URL tracing tool Beyondspace Redirection tracer to get the real URL of the file.

Paste your your-domain.com/s/ads.txt URL into the tool and trace it to its CDN source URL.

Step 5: Set Up a Redirect in URL Mappings

Go to Settings > Developer Tools > URL Mappings in your Squarespace dashboard.
Add the following redirect:
/ads.txt -> {real-file-path} 301
Replace {real-file-path} with the traced CDN URL from Beyondspace Redirection Tool and click Save.

After you have followed each step above, you should now go back to your Google Adsense account and recrawl your site. My Ads.txt file was found immediately, but depending on your site, it can take a few days.

Why This Process Matters for Monetizing Your Blog

Adding the ads.txt file ensures that your ads run smoothly and you don’t miss out on earning potential. Without this simple step, your site’s ads could stop displaying or advertisers may not trust your site for legitimate ad placements. Trust me—this quick fix can save you a lot of headaches down the road.

Final Thoughts

Adding your Google AdSense ads.txt file to a Squarespace website may seem intimidating at first, but it’s actually a straightforward process once you know the steps. With just a little bit of effort, you’ll be on your way to monetizing your website and turning your passion into passive income.

How to Add Your Google AdSense Ads.txt File to Your Squarespace Website: A Step-by-Step Guide