How to Earn Money from Blogging in 2025

How to Earn Money from Blogging in 2025: 10 Methods That Work

In my previous article, I discussed how to start a blog, covering the essential steps to get your blogging journey off the ground. Now, continuing that journey, let's dive into something every blogger is curious about: how to make money from blogging.

You may have asked yourself, “How can I actually earn from my blog?” or “What’s the best way to monetize a blog?” These are common—and valid—questions. Starting a blog is one thing, but turning it into a source of income is a whole different game.

If you’re a beginner—or even an intermediate blogger—this article will walk you through the top working methods to make money with your blog in May 2025. Some methods may already be familiar, but others might give you new ideas you haven’t considered yet.

Let’s explore the most effective ways to monetize your blog right now.

1. Monetize with Google AdSense

Google AdSense is one of the easiest and most popular ways to start earning from your blog. It allows you to display ads that are relevant to your content and audience.

To get started:

• Visit AdSense.com

• Fill out the application with details like your name, blog URL, and content niche.

• Submit it and wait for Google to review your site for quality and compliance.

Important Tip (Especially for Indian Bloggers): Google usually approves blogs that are quality content before applying and have the necessary pages according to the google criteria.

Once approved, ads will start appearing on your site, and you’ll earn money whenever visitors view or click on them.

I started My blog on 18th Apr 2025 and got Approval on 9th May 2025, there is no need of having a 6 months old blog. You need a quality content and follow the rules that much is enough to apply.

2. Display Banner Ads

Banner advertising is another tried-and-tested way to make money from your blog. It’s especially effective if your site gets decent traffic.

How it works:

• Companies pay a fixed monthly fee to display their banner ads on your blog.

• This method gives you predictable, recurring income.

You can manage this directly with advertisers or use platforms like BuySellAds, which connect publishers with brands looking to buy ad space.

This method is great for blogs in competitive niches like tech, finance, health, and travel, where businesses are actively looking for visibility.

This is just the beginning—many more powerful monetization strategies can help you turn your blog into a money-making machine.

Stay tuned for the next part of this series where we’ll dive into affiliate marketing, sponsored content, selling digital products, and much more.

Conclusion:
Making money with a blog in 2025 isn’t just a dream—it’s a real opportunity if you apply the right strategies. Whether you’re running a niche site or a personal blog, these monetization methods can help you start earning sooner than you think.

Below is the Screenshot of a Website asking different prices for different banner sizes.

3. Write Product Reviews (Paid Reviews)

Ever wondered if those glowing reviews you read online are truly unbiased? Here's the truth—many of them are paid.

Yes, companies often pay bloggers to write positive reviews about their products. And the best part? You can get in on this opportunity too.

Once your blog starts gaining traffic and authority, you can approach brands or product creators directly. Offer to write honest, well-structured reviews that give value to your readers while promoting their products.

This not only brings in income but also strengthens your blog's reputation if done ethically and transparently.

4. Add Text Links in Articles

Another subtle yet profitable way to monetize your blog is by selling text links within your blog posts.

Many companies are on the lookout for SEO backlinks to boost their website rankings, and they’re willing to pay for a relevant, do-follow link inside a quality article.

Here’s how it works:

• You publish an article on a topic related to the company’s product or service.

• You insert their link naturally within the content.

• You charge a one-time or monthly fee for that link placement.

Pro tip: Always follow Google’s guidelines to avoid SEO penalties. Mark paid links as “sponsored” or “nofollow” if needed.

5. Create Product Review Videos

If your blog is popular and you’re comfortable with creating videos, this method can unlock even higher earnings.

Video content is booming in 2025. Companies love it because it’s engaging, quick to consume, and has massive reach.

You can:

• Create unboxing or demo videos

• Post video reviews on YouTube or embed them in blog posts

• Cross-promote on social media for wider visibility

Brands are often willing to pay more for video content compared to just written reviews, especially if your audience is loyal and active.

6. Affiliate Marketing

Now, let’s talk about my favorite monetization method: Affiliate Marketing.

Unlike banner ads or paid reviews where you earn a fixed amount (e.g., $200/month for ads or $400 per review), affiliate marketing pays you based on results.

Here’s how it works:

• You sign up for an affiliate program (like Amazon, ShareASale, or a specific company and now-a-days most of the softwares also offering affiliate program).

• Just check on their website in nav bar or in footer for affilate program and signup.

• They give you a unique affiliate link.

• You promote their product on your blog—through reviews, comparison posts, or banners.

• Whenever someone clicks your link and makes a purchase, you earn a commission (ranging from 10% to even 80%).

It’s a win-win:

• The company gets a sale.

• You get paid only when your referral converts, making this a performance-based income stream.

Example : Here an affiliate link for Elevenlabs.io that I signed in as affiliate partner

https://try.elevenlabs.io/1g921wewm9xd

7. Sell Your Own Services or Products

Once your blog builds authority in your niche, selling your own services or digital products becomes a powerful way to generate income.

You can offer:

• Freelance services (like writing, design, SEO, etc.)

• Software or WordPress plugins

• Ebooks and guides

• Online courses or premium content

This strategy puts you in full control—you decide the price, the value, and the profits.

8. Offer Online Training

A popular blog is the perfect launchpad for online training programs.

Once you know what your audience is interested in, you can create a course around that niche. You can teach anything—from digital marketing and blogging to cooking, designing, or personal finance.

9. CPA (Cost Per Action) Marketing

CPA marketing is one of the most powerful and widely used methods to make money online.

Here’s how it works:

• You drive visitors to a specific landing page.

• The visitor performs a predefined action (like signing up, submitting a ZIP code, or starting a trial).

• You get paid for that action, not necessarily for a sale.

That’s the biggest advantage—you don’t need to sell a product to earn.

CPA networks like MaxBounty, PeerFly, and CPAGrip are great places to start exploring.

10. Use Email Marketing to Build Relationships (and Sales)

You may have seen me offering a “FREE 7-Day Blogging Training” on many blogs in exchange for your email. That’s not just a gift—it’s a smart strategy.

By collecting email addresses, you’re building a direct connection with your audience. You can then:

• Send valuable content and tips

• Share product recommendations

• Promote affiliate links

• Drive traffic back to your latest blog posts

I personally use ConvertKit, a powerful and user-friendly autoresponder that helps automate emails, build funnels, and boost conversions. [Try ConvertKit FREE for the first month here.]

With email marketing, trust grows—and sales follow.

Bonus Tip: Paid Guest Posts

Once your blog is well-established, people will pay to publish guest posts on your site. Why?

Because it gives them exposure and backlinks for their own SEO. If you maintain quality, you can easily charge $50, $100, or even more per guest article.

It’s a passive and clean way to monetize your blog space.

Final Words

If you’re just getting started, pick one method and focus on it for at least 2–3 months. Master it before trying the next one.

With consistency and experimentation, you’ll eventually find what works best for your niche—and soon, your blog can become a full-time income source.

I hope these blogging monetization tips help you gain clarity and confidence as you continue your journey. Happy blogging!