How to Monetize a Website: The Complete Guide

Building an online site is just the first step—monetizing it's where the real challenge (and opportunity) lies. Whether you're running a blog, e-commerce site, niche content platform, or possibly a business landing page, there are lots of ways to turn your traffic into income.

This guide covers the most effective website monetization, including ads, affiliate marketing online, gross sales, and more—plus tricks to choose the right approaches for your goals.



1. Display Advertising
Best for: Blogs, news sites, general content websites with consistent traffic.