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A Closer Look at PepperjamADS

written by John Chow on February 5th, 2008

Pepperjam Network launched on January 15 to a lot of fanfare. Pepperjam network is a next generation affiliate marketing network that includes a number of advanced tools that allow Web site owners to monetize their Web traffic. One of those tools is the PepperjamADS and Kris Jones (Pepperjam founder and CEO) ordered this review to show it off.

What Is PepperjamADS?

PepperjamADS is an affiliate marketing widget from Pepperjam Network that you can use to serve customized contextual ads from one or multiple Pepperjam Network advertisers at the same time. The ad units come in various shapes and sizes. Here’s a sample of the 468×60 unit.

The really nice thing about PepperjamADS is you can mix and mash ads from any of the Pepperjam Network merchant partners. For instance, you can create a make money widget by selecting various ads from multiple webmaster merchants, like SEOmoz or Text Link Ads. At the other end, you can create a specific widget with ads from just one merchant.

The thing that really separates pepperjamADS technology from anything else is that you get to choose the ads you want in the widget. All the other affiliate network allow you to select a specific banner or specific text link for only one merchant. Unless you have banner ad software running, you are limited to promoting one specific merchant per banner. To see how easy it is to install and run PepperjamADS on your site, Pepperjam Network created this video.

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Chris Jacobson said on February 5th, 2008 at 8:04 pm

Good post. I joined PJ last week and I’m finding the results to be pretty good so far.

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SEO Optimization said on February 5th, 2008 at 8:28 pm

Pretty good as in CTR or conversions ? i have seen their ads on several other blogs, but was never really bothered to dig into that deeper (said this I didn’t knew even that it was affiliate)

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Chris Jacobson said on February 5th, 2008 at 9:05 pm

CTR. More so than others I’ve noticed. I wonder how long it’ll last though?

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Not John Chow said on February 6th, 2008 at 7:01 am

That sounds like a good endorsement.

Of course, if it is good enough for John Chow it is good enough for Not John Chow!

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RacerX said on February 6th, 2008 at 8:56 am

2x 3x vs Adsense? How is Bidvertiser?

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SEO Optimization said on February 6th, 2008 at 1:13 pm

Don’t know bout others, but I used bidvertiser for a friend of mine and can tell that it was a waste of time for him, while others state bidvertiser is good (maybe I did something wrong, who knows).

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Alan Johnson said on February 6th, 2008 at 3:44 pm

When it comes to website monetization methods, speaking in general terms is simply impossible, since each website is different and what works for you will not necessarily work for another person. In the end, it all boils down to playing the trial&error game.

Alan Johnson

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TyCo said on February 22nd, 2008 at 9:08 pm

Papperjam is a fine network - easy to work with, nice control panel, rotate-able/customizable ads, I recommend them. In my opinion, they’re a little short of available programs to promote right now, but I’m sure that will change moving forward (especially if folks like us use and promote them)

If you’re interested in a complete list and review of several affiliate programs, along with some good ad networks and a easy way to sell you own ad space (cut out the middle man, and make 100% of the profit) there’s a complete list and review posted at: http://www.tysblog.com/2008/02/21/a-complete-guide-to-revenue-sources-monetize-your-blog/

In my opinion, the Kontera network is one of the best ad networks, they’re SUPER easy to use, pay well, and generate LOTS of click-throughs.

Keep up the great work John - I learn something new from you everyday!

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ViralKing said on February 6th, 2008 at 3:29 am

Looks interesting, nice review.

I wrote a post on my blog about a new ppc ad network we are looking at making. Feedback would be great.

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Photoshop Tutorials said on February 6th, 2008 at 3:45 am

Will check it out and let you know as soon as possible.

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MyBlogContest said on February 5th, 2008 at 8:30 pm

Looks great! Any other way to monetize my blog :mrgreen:

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David Chew said on February 7th, 2008 at 10:15 am

Looks pretty interesting.

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MyBlogContest said on February 5th, 2008 at 8:38 pm
EarnBlogger said on February 5th, 2008 at 8:51 pm

Looks good. So Pepperjam gonna rock? Does AdSense have any problems with these ad formats? :mrgreen:

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Chris Jacobson said on February 5th, 2008 at 9:06 pm

People still use AdSense? :twisted:

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Photoshop Tutorials said on February 6th, 2008 at 3:41 am

Most publishers still either go for Adsense if not that then its AdBrite.

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SEO Optimization said on February 6th, 2008 at 6:04 am

Umm, Yeah Lol (i still use it)

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Frank C said on February 6th, 2008 at 12:33 pm

Yeah, works great as long as you aren’t doing a “make money online” or “blogging about blogging” blog.

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EarnBlogger said on February 6th, 2008 at 10:36 pm

Yes, AdSense works if you have right niche and it doesn’t if you have a “make money online” blog (like this blog of mine). I’m happy with AdSense on some other blogs. They earns $10-20/day from AdSense. :twisted:

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David Chew said on February 7th, 2008 at 10:14 am

I think many people still use adsense to make some money.

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Pete said on February 7th, 2008 at 12:07 pm

Yup. I still do fine with AdSense. Actually now better than ever :)

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MyEggNoodles said on February 5th, 2008 at 10:16 pm

The review is very short John, and you used your affiliate link… hmmmm, smells fishy

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Matthew said on February 6th, 2008 at 2:51 am

It’s over the 200 word minimum limit and what’s the problem with Aff links?

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Kalle said on February 6th, 2008 at 7:36 am

Well if it is a payed review it would be really bad of him to use a affiliate link since they already payed for the review, the members they gain from this review should be theirs for free then, shouldn’t they? If John uses a affiliate link atop of that they have to pay even more for it!

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Matthew said on February 6th, 2008 at 8:07 am

You don’t know if he has that agreement with Pepperjam though so there is no point speculating about it.

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Alan Johnson said on February 6th, 2008 at 3:48 pm

I don’t think that it’s a paid review through ReviewMe since they are usually written by Michael, not John, so that using affiliate links is fine in this case.

Alan Johnson

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Shanker Bakshi said on February 5th, 2008 at 11:32 pm

look good, but actually you don’t need the mess of affiliate program to make money, few good things are enough.

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pencil said on February 6th, 2008 at 1:51 am

This gonna be the new source to try out.Let see what its gonna give us something or not.

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Photoshop Tutorials said on February 6th, 2008 at 3:07 am

Hehe, another cool way of earning a living online!

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Haroon said on February 6th, 2008 at 3:42 am

another nice post John
between i signed up for PJ :wink:

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Photoshop Tutorials said on February 6th, 2008 at 3:46 am

LOL, now that I think about it, I signed up for PPJ as well.

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Duckeldanny said on February 6th, 2008 at 4:58 am

I dont know, but pepperjam don“t works at my site

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Kris Jones said on February 6th, 2008 at 6:54 am

Duckeldanny - can you e-mail robyn @ pepperjammanagement.com and explain the problem you are having with displaying pepperjamADS on your Web site - she will expedite your problem to our tech team.

It’s just a guess, but I’m thinking you might be using an old version of WordPress.

Everyone else - thanks for your very positive comments and thanks to John Chow for his review.

Thanks!

Kris

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Photoshop Tutorials said on February 7th, 2008 at 4:26 am

wow, didnt know the PPJ network guys were so keen on follow up that they even comment on JC’s blog! Now thats what I call marketing and customer care! Going out of your way to help a blogger/publisher. Cant wait to start my income with this one!

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Katie said on February 6th, 2008 at 7:15 am

Great Post John :) Pepperjam looks really great. :razz:

~Katie

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David Chew said on February 6th, 2008 at 7:22 am

Looks very interesting, thanks for the post john.

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Affiliate Confession said on February 6th, 2008 at 8:13 am

I already signed up with pepperJam, but I’m not running any contextual ads. I’ll have to check it out

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Haroon said on February 6th, 2008 at 10:17 am

I just figured out there are many offers which are really paying high comparing with other programs. It looks nice and the design is awesome tooo

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gasmoney said on February 6th, 2008 at 11:04 am

I gave them a go as well and everything is looking good so far. I put the widget under all of my posts. Hey John , Will you be using it on the blog?

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Nicholas James said on February 6th, 2008 at 11:12 am

PepperJamNetwork is pretty good, it has some nice lead offers too such as ones at $30 per lead and some a little lower. However it seems like a great network and one that can gradually improve as it gets more experience under its belt as an affiliate marketing company.

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Start Blogging said on February 6th, 2008 at 12:10 pm

I’m going to look into this!

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Pete said on February 6th, 2008 at 1:11 pm

I don’t know man, I’m still using Adsense and it’s still paying out a decent amount for me at http://ww2db.com ; and it’s growing, too.

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Alan Johnson said on February 6th, 2008 at 3:51 pm

Maximizing results is the name of the game and trying different website monetization methods on for size every once in a while never hurts, since you never know what will end up working best for you.

Alan Johnson

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Epiphany said on February 6th, 2008 at 3:56 pm

I’ve already signed up for PepperJam and so far I like it a lot. Your review on them is shorter than your usual, John :???:

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John Chow said on February 6th, 2008 at 4:19 pm

Pepperjam asked me to highlight their PepperjamADS on this review. I already review them in a previous post: http://www.johnchow.com/pepperjam-launch-next-generation-affiliate-network/

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Mary Ann said on February 6th, 2008 at 4:29 pm

Okey. We will blog surf…
Mary Ann :smile:

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Epiphany said on February 6th, 2008 at 4:49 pm

Oh wow, it’s official then… my new “day job” (that has me waking up at 4:00am every morning) has officially fried my brain! I don’t know how I missed that :oops: my bad, John.

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Mary Ann said on February 6th, 2008 at 4:28 pm

John:
I was wondering if you can write about the different advertising and marketing tools you are using. My friends and I are somehow dip in the business world, and we are starting out in our blog. We are starters.

We have friends from the University who are still learning the blog world. Most of them are in the business courses too.

So my blog will be focusing on business and investments. The things here the blog is quite new to our group. Hopefully you don’t think we are living under the rocks, but I think with this innovation you are a way way ahead of our time.

Mary Ann :smile:

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Miley Cyrus said on February 6th, 2008 at 11:26 pm

I don’t see much special about this - wouldn’t AdSense be better?

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Photoshop Tutorials said on February 7th, 2008 at 4:28 am

Depends on your viewpoint. If you see short term small gains then ofcourse ppj is better but if you want to see long term gains then ofcourse adsense is better! I mean you can prolly earn 3x the normal amount with PPJ anyways in comparison to adsense. Thing is people know its adsense and that stops em from clikcing your advertisements. While if its new people will click then. Besides not as many rules with PPJ in comparison to adsense.

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AndrewPavelski said on February 6th, 2008 at 11:45 pm

Pepperjam definitely has a great user interface and is easy to work with. I recommend checking it out if you haven’t already!

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David Chew said on February 7th, 2008 at 10:13 am

Nice post john really helps a lot.

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Feed Flare said on February 8th, 2008 at 11:13 am

I signed up through your link John, now send me some of your traffic and we can both make some money. :)

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Rekzai said on February 8th, 2008 at 7:46 pm

I use pepperjam and I think it’s great so far.

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Sean said on February 20th, 2008 at 6:19 pm

It’s taking me forever to get in touch with one of the vendors on pepperjam that i’m trying to promote. I got 200+ clicks within a day on a minimal budget, and I KNOW somebody out of the 200+ bought the product…trust me, I KNOW…and nothing. The number of clicks showed up, but 0.00 commissions. The customer service there is kinda bad if you ask me, seems like they really don’t care as long as you market their products…don’t know about anybody else’s experiences, but its not been so good for me and i’ve only been apart of the network for 2 days.

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