You may have noticed that we have recently been testing advertisements on the forums. We've run all kinds of (sketchy?!) ads, and have decided to try a new method. User Supported ads.
You can now mosey on over to the Cash Shop and buy the billboard item. When you use it, you'll be prompted for a 480x90 image, and a URL to link it to.
Right now, all ads must be approved before they display on the forums. What kind of ads can you run? Ads for your shop, your cult, your friends birthday, maybe just a message to all the forum goers? ;) If it's not allowed, you'll know when it gets rejected. (You'll get your cash shop credits back)
Note: Right now we are trying to keep ads limited to Subeta, or at least Virtual Pet Site content. This is only a test run, and we may allow more content in the future :)
Posted by Keith
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This is pretty neat... if it ever opened up for offsite ads I'd definately consider buying quite a few to show off my band a bit <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_wink.gif" border="0" /> lol
Whoever posted the one saying just 'HI' is my hero. ;-;
That was probably the best ad of them all. Well, besides the Waizard panties thing. XD
That was probably the best ad of them all. Well, besides the Waizard panties thing. XD
It's a cool idea, but I hate the way some people display their adds. They make it super flashy and fast, and it gives me a headache so I have to scroll down so I won't have to view it anymore. I find it kind of annoying, when you have a flash banner, compared to a regular banner.
this a great idea.i mean there's ads for subetahq,minionmatch,shops like s you are p i s e b a gtm and sp-end. great idea.
I think this is an awesome idea. <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_smile.gif" border="0" /> It actually made me unblock ads so I could view them.
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Wow. That's an idea. I can't wait to see what kind of stuff people come up with. Off to the forums.
Thats cool <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_grin.gif" border="0" />
I think this is a really good idea. If it works well, it supports the site, and the ads are very nice and interesting. (I think I saw a proposal!?!? wow <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_grin.gif" border="0" />)
Yay for removing all the other ads! I probably won't be buying a billboard anytime soon but I'm glad you guys have found a fun way to support yourselves with ads that aren't really ads. XD
..... :c
I was actually going to buy an add from that add site saying someone could advertise here.
I was actually going to buy an add from that add site saying someone could advertise here.
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That is a cute idea. I think it makes something that could've been a pimple on the site into an enjoying pastime. I can imagine all the birthday ads and random silliness. Kudos to the SubetaTeam!
How to remove ad-block on subeta, not that you'd want to.
go to your ad-block plus icon and right click. Go to Disable ad-block on subeta.ws(third option down). Alternatively you can also whitelist the site by adding a new filter.
By the way, I think this is a stupid idea, but hey, if people wanna waist their CSC on something no one is likely to see that's their problem.
go to your ad-block plus icon and right click. Go to Disable ad-block on subeta.ws(third option down). Alternatively you can also whitelist the site by adding a new filter.
By the way, I think this is a stupid idea, but hey, if people wanna waist their CSC on something no one is likely to see that's their problem.
Yay! Fantastic Idea! I cant wait to take one out for a friends B-Day <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_smile.gif" border="0" />
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Wow, this is a really cool idea! n_n
Are we aloud to advertise soemthing non-subeta related? And how long will it advertise for?
These ads are cracking me up!
I love whoever paid $5 for an ad that says "Hi"! Great stuff! Oh, and the Surprisebag vs. SP-end ads! XD
I love whoever paid $5 for an ad that says "Hi"! Great stuff! Oh, and the Surprisebag vs. SP-end ads! XD
Brilliant idea, guys!! <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_grin.gif" border="0" /> May it bring you lots of profit!
I do not have AdBlock on, but I can not see any ads on the forums...I did when Keith first tried them, but haven't for a few days...I wonder why????
These are so cute, I feel like just refreashing a billion times to see them all (:
Such pretty colors as well~
Such pretty colors as well~
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Oh wow! Now these might be ads I'll like. <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_grin.gif" border="0" /> How very unique too. <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_smile.gif" border="0" />
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Falorie ~ I fell for it, too XD
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I love all the new things you're adding! ^^ Though I have nothing to advertise..
Now that's a cool idea. <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_shocked.gif" border="0" />
'Sick of all the Surprisebag ads? Click here!'
Ah damn! I fell for it <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_sad.gif" border="0" /> lol. The wizard 'bring me panties' ad is great too.
Ah damn! I fell for it <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_sad.gif" border="0" /> lol. The wizard 'bring me panties' ad is great too.
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I LOVE these. I'm thinking about buying a billboard for my cult. <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_shocked.gif" border="0" />
What a unique idea! I'm so happy the subeta team continues to come up with ways for us to support a site we love so much.... and not jump to selling out. I'm so proud!! single tear falls
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Wow, this is really a great idea. <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_smile.gif" border="0" />
Oh nos. Now I have to see ads for certain shops I try to avoid <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_shocked.gif" border="0" /> lol
I like the idea that these are run by the users though <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_heart.gif" border="0" /> I'm surprised they're only 500 credits.
I like the idea that these are run by the users though <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_heart.gif" border="0" /> I'm surprised they're only 500 credits.
This is really a brilliant idea, so many possibilities. 50,000 times? That's quite a lot. <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_smile.gif" border="0" />
This is going to be fun! <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_grin.gif" border="0" />
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This really is a wonderful idea and is just one more example of how Subeta really does work to suit the users of the site instead the other way around like most sites!
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This is a wonderful idea Keith! I applaud this move. =)
This sounds really cool, but I can't see the ads <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/smiley_sadface.gif" border="0" /> I dunno why. I never had an adblock before, and I could see those Google text ads a while back, so I don't know why I can't see these. <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_sad.gif" border="0" />
Stupendous idea! At least people (hopefully) won't whine about the ads anymore. I don't think I'll find myself taking advantage of this, but I know a lot of people who will. Can't wait to see what those people throw out there. x3
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not good this is a step closer to ads from a bully corporation
What a fantastic idea! A way to get ad revenue without surrendering the site to outside advertisement, and keeping it all under user control. I can think of several things I'd like to advertise, too. A perfect solution!
Everyone is saying they like this idea, and I would, maybe, if I understood what it meant... o_o; I'm confused, can anyone explain it to me a bit further? I'm not too bright.
If this extends to be able to advertise non subeta content, id do it. <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_smile.gif" border="0" />
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Oooh. This promises to be super-special awesome. C:
such a fun idea...i look forward to seeing how inventive my fellow subetans can be... <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_grin.gif" border="0" />
Now that's a great idea! Adds never intrest me on sites, but it's never really bothered me either, but this makes the site ALLOT more personal, least when the site would like to use adds in the first place. To boot the adds may actually be of intrest! 8P
If I could afford it...I would so do up my own ad. And since it can be to an on-site shop, I know what shop. -Evil grin.-
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Wow. This is an amazing idea. X_X
Genius. <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_grin.gif" border="0" />
Genius. <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_grin.gif" border="0" />
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What a fascinating and original idea! <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_smile.gif" border="0" /> Can't wait to see it in action.
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(got cut off).. just one ad at a time. Though it will all be fore the same site.
Damn, that's one good idea. <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_grin.gif" border="0" />
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~nods~
Nice plan.
Hopefully it opens to more different sorts of advertising soon.
~hadn't read the note when making banner~
Oh well. Feces occurs.
Once you open it to more types of ads, then I'll be a regular donator of more than
Nice plan.
Hopefully it opens to more different sorts of advertising soon.
~hadn't read the note when making banner~
Oh well. Feces occurs.
Once you open it to more types of ads, then I'll be a regular donator of more than
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I think this is a great idea.
I don't use the cash shop because it would be difficult for me - I'm not 18 and therefore don't have a credit card - but I still think this is a great idea.
I don't use the cash shop because it would be difficult for me - I'm not 18 and therefore don't have a credit card - but I still think this is a great idea.
I like this idea. I think it will work out really well.
And for those who dont like ads... its ONLY on the forums. I think you can go on and live with seeing it just at the top. Its not like its harming the computer. And hey. you never know, you may actually see a ad that will interest you <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_smile.gif" border="0" />
And for those who dont like ads... its ONLY on the forums. I think you can go on and live with seeing it just at the top. Its not like its harming the computer. And hey. you never know, you may actually see a ad that will interest you <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_smile.gif" border="0" />
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Wicked idea. Being able to make money to support the site without actually selling out.
..You actually figured out a way. Brilliance! xD
..You actually figured out a way. Brilliance! xD
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Oh wow, I think this is the first time I'd actually want to see ads XD What a neat idea.
I think this is a great idea, a very innovative solution to your current problems. I don't have anything to advertise, but I imagine that there will be a lot of people that do! I hope it works well, and keep the great ideas coming! You guys are on a roll <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_raspberry.gif" border="0" />
Haha, totally did not occur to me that we could advertise things like birthdays, cults and user shops. I thought this would only be used for advertising users sites! Gonna have to have adblock switched off all the time now <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_raspberry.gif" border="0" /> Can't wait to see what you guys come up with <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_smile.gif" border="0" />
<b>Quote:</b><blockquote style="padding:5px; line-height:15px; background-color: #FAFFFF; border: 1px solid #000000; font-family: georgia; font-size: 10;">Does anyone know how to turn off ad blocking in firefox just for one site (is there a way to such a thing?). I'd really like to see the ads and they all blocked.</blockquote>
Yes. I haven't worked out how to de-block them either and I'd really like to, just for this site.
Yes. I haven't worked out how to de-block them either and I'd really like to, just for this site.
Aw, yuck, my comment went through while I was backspacing fixing something. <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_sad.gif" border="0" />
Well, to make it look a bit less stupid:
"I think this is a great idea in so many ways.
And to the few who aren't sold on it, simple - don't use it."
Well, to make it look a bit less stupid:
"I think this is a great idea in so many ways.
And to the few who aren't sold on it, simple - don't use it."
I think this is a great idea in so many ways.d to the few who aren't sold on it, simple - don't use it.
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OMG. This i such a neat idea!!! I don't think I have ever seen anything like this on any site, pet-related or not. Brilliance!!!
I am normally not a fan at all of ads on sites like this, altho I do understand they can be a necessary evil, but I totally love this idea. They are isolated in one spot, and user-driven for content. What a unique way to gain necessary cash but involve the users so they aren't too annoyed by it. Does anyone know how to turn off ad blocking in firefox just for one site (is there a way to such a thing?). I'd really like to see the ads and they all blocked.
Thanks for the answers, Keith. I think it's a really great idea at just the right price. <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_smile.gif" border="0" />
I think it's a great idea. <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_grin.gif" border="0" /> Way to brainstorm, Keith and Staff.
This is so interesting! I can't wait to see what users put up there. X3
Plus, it helps out, so that's a plus!
Plus, it helps out, so that's a plus!
I actually think this is an excellent idea <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_heart.gif" border="0" /> It's a great way for users to support the site and get a little self promotion in the process. <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_wink.gif" border="0" />
MuffDaddy I think you missed them point; they're ads! The reason they're on the site is to get money. But now instead on annoying ads for random products, car insurance, and Google, we get Subeta-related ads, or birthday announcments, or silly messages, or whatever we want (to whatever extent). It's pretty much awesome in every way!
Wonderful! <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_grin.gif" border="0" />
Sorry, I see. 50,000 impressions... hm. I'll definitely have a look into this if I ever get back into profile making. XD
Very cool idea! Great way to keep the members of Subeta involved and its much nicer to read those then the crap ads that could be put up there! Hope it goes well and everyone at least trys it once <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_smile.gif" border="0" />
I think it's an awesome idea.
It's kind of exciting too.
The price is right, and I think it would be fun to have a billboard announcing a friend's birthday. <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_grin.gif" border="0" />
It's kind of exciting too.
The price is right, and I think it would be fun to have a billboard announcing a friend's birthday. <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_grin.gif" border="0" />
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Alex, they'll be running randomly, along with all the other ads.
And - Yes. That means that it is shown 50,000 times on the forums and then it won't run again after that. (You'll get a notice)
And - Yes. That means that it is shown 50,000 times on the forums and then it won't run again after that. (You'll get a notice)
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Aaw thats such a cute little idea.
50,000 impressions..... this means what?
That it will show up 50k times on the forums, and then not again after that?
That it will show up 50k times on the forums, and then not again after that?
I really, REALLY like this idea. Keep it (advertising) in-house and user supported. I have an idea for one; how hard are they to create? Pic and all, I mean.
That is a very unique idea. I like it. It's not annoying and yet though it gives you money, users dictate what it has. Great idea.
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Sounds fun c8
Seconded - how long does it run for?
Also.. please make it so that we can buy 250 credits in the Cash Shop ^__^ It would rock my socks.
Also.. please make it so that we can buy 250 credits in the Cash Shop ^__^ It would rock my socks.
Scratch that question, it seems you have already answered it. <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_raspberry.gif" border="0" />
Just a question: Once you submit an ad, how long does it run before it's permanently taken down?
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<b>Quote:</b><blockquote style="padding:5px; line-height:15px; background-color: #FAFFFF; border: 1px solid #000000; font-family: georgia; font-size: 10;">So many people say great which it kinda is but its just another way to get money. THen they will end up saying the money is going to better servers which will lead to more downtime and yeah.</blockquote>
It's not KINDA another way to get money. IT IS another way to get money, which the site needs right now to pay its staff and continue to develop new FREE features for you all to enjoy. Personally, I'm happy to see people get excited about interesting ideas such as this.
It's not KINDA another way to get money. IT IS another way to get money, which the site needs right now to pay its staff and continue to develop new FREE features for you all to enjoy. Personally, I'm happy to see people get excited about interesting ideas such as this.
Well this is interesting. Going to be fun to see this in action. But it would make sense that it would work. Adverting companies have been trying to invade niche' communities for awhile now. Who better to figure out what you might be interested in then people that like the same thing as you. Let's see how the principle will work in practice.
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Oh, what a fantastic idea!! I'm actually kinda looking forward to seeing these ads now! <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_grin.gif" border="0" />
Great idea, this will definitely make people LOL in the forums when the funny ads start popping up. You still get cash, we get better NON sketchy ads, It's a win win <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_grin.gif" border="0" />
So many people say great which it kinda is but its just another way to get money. THen they will end up saying the money is going to better servers which will lead to more downtime and yeah.
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This will be great for people looking to advertise their trades or selling boards. <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_smile.gif" border="0" />
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Oh wow.
I love this idea! <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_heart.gif" border="0" />
I love this idea! <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_heart.gif" border="0" />
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Woah thats a great idea...
Sounds fun, I can't wait to see what the users can come up with! <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_grin.gif" border="0" />
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Alex, it gets 50,000 impressions <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_smile.gif" border="0" />
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That's a great idea!
how long would it run for and etc if someone did purchase an ad? [btw, I do like this idea very much, just wondering about some of the specifics, etc]
wow, cool! <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_smile.gif" border="0" />
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Great! I'd love to advertise my shop!
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I love this idea!
Awesome idea! I hope people take advantage of this <img src="http://www.subeta.ws:8080/images/smilies/6398_emoticon_smile.gif" border="0" />
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Cool?