The Real Skinny on Triond Revenue: Generated by Actual Clicks on Ads, or on Purchases Generated From Those Ads?
I recently heard that Triond revenue is only earned when someone clicks on an ad on one of our pages and then actually purchases a product. When I read this, I felt discouraged. But upon further reflection, decided to get it from the horse’s mouth.
Many things have been said recently that have undermined Triond’s credibility. In fact, some writers, in their articles at other content sites, have even gone so far as to claim that Triond is a scam and that writers are wasting their time trying to grow their earnings by writing for Triond.
As most are aware, there has been talk of a boycott and I addressed that in my recent article Triond Earnings Cut in Half: True or False?
Triond Revenue: Generated From Ads or From Purchases?
Lately, I’ve been reading that Triond revenue isn’t actually gained via page views and clicks on ads appearing on our pages, rather, that we only earn when a reader purchases a product as a result of clicking on an ad.
This just didn’t seem right; so, once again, I fired off a letter to Triond editors to see if I could get some answers.
I’m happy to include the following reply about Triond revenue.
- ” . . . earnings are 50% of the total revenue generated by the advertisements placed on your articles’ pages.”
- “Advertising revenue is based on Cost Per Thousand Impressions (CPM) – this means that 1000 views on a page generates a certain earning. So, page views correspond to your earnings, because the more page views your content receives, the more earnings you generate.”
Triond Revenue: The Real Meat and Bones
” . . . earnings are generated from the page views that your content receives, not from the purchases that readers make of products advertised on your article pages.”
So, Triond revenue is NOT based on purchases generated by clicks on ads. but is earned through clicks on those ads.
I would caution all writers at Triond to address any questions to the editors, over believing what is read and heard.
None of us would want to be judged on supposition and rumour over actual facts. Let’s extend that courtesy to Triond.
Triond writers can continue forward, knowing that if they work to increase their page views, the money will follow–Triond revenue earned from clicks on ads.
If you want to grow your Triond article earnings, read my other Triond articles that discuss how to do that.
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January 27th, 2009 at 9:10 am
Great
This encourages me to keep working!
Good article,
Gon.
January 27th, 2009 at 9:18 am
nice and very informative, facts about triond thanks
January 27th, 2009 at 9:48 am
Hi Gon and M A,
I thought it was important to shed light on this so that writers know how their revenue is earned.
Gon, I’m glad this has helped you to stay motivated!
January 27th, 2009 at 12:39 pm
Thank you for this information. I wasn’t quit sure how the money is generated, but I suspected it is through clicking the advertisements, which is what I have been doing, with results.
January 27th, 2009 at 1:19 pm
Hi Oh Sugar,
As a writer, you earn when someone else clicks on ads. on your article pages.
I wouldn’t click on your own ads. because you could be banned by Google. This is considerd click fraud.
–Not sure if this is what you meant but thought I would mention it.
January 27th, 2009 at 1:22 pm
The best way to earn on Triond is to gain more viewers. In my opinion, the best way to increase your views is to create quality content. I read a lot of Triond work, and if the articles are poorly written, I won’t read more of that author’s work.
On the other hand, I have had many people I know read any new work I produce, as well as bookmark my existing articles for future reference.
Triond is not a get rich quick site. Your revenue will be directly proportional to the effort you put into your writing.
With regards to how revenue is earned, I appreciate Athlyn’s continued efforts to relay correct information, versus speculation. From my own experience, Athlyn’s information in this article is valid.
For those of you new to Triond, I would recommend reviewing Athlyn’s articles. She has many good tips on maximizing Triond’s potential.
Ken
January 27th, 2009 at 6:29 pm
Interesting information!
January 27th, 2009 at 8:45 pm
Wow! What wonderful comments, Ken. Thanks so much. I’ve linked to your articles and bookmarked them, too!
Ken writes incredibly detailed and comprehensive articles on training for endurance strength, etc.so for those seeking usable information, his articles are a rich resource.
Did I see you over at my writing blog today, Louie?
January 27th, 2009 at 8:48 pm
You did it good, when there are doubts about rumours, the best is to go directly to the official source. Thanks for publishing the reply, it’s a common interest.
January 28th, 2009 at 12:23 am
Thanks for that. I actually had not heard the rumor but it’s good that you nipped it in the bud!
Inna
January 28th, 2009 at 12:38 am
Hola Maria,
Como esta usted? Gracias para sus palabras.
Hi Inna,
It seems that there have been a number of false claims made about Triond.
January 28th, 2009 at 1:16 am
Great article – thank you so kindly for compiling these great responses!
Blessings.
Sincerely,
-Liane Schmidt.
January 29th, 2009 at 8:08 am
Interesting information!
February 6th, 2009 at 12:35 pm
Thanks it was helpful to check out other writers thoughts before joining.
February 15th, 2009 at 5:47 pm
I WAS JUST LOOKING FOR INFORMATION IN THE TERMS OF AGREEMENT A LITTLE WHILE AGO. I THINK I’LL RECOMMEND TO THE SITE TO PUBLISH THIS INFORMATION SOMEWHERE.
March 31st, 2009 at 12:05 am
Thanks for the informative article! Finally…a few things are cleared up…:D
-Fresh Writing
May 4th, 2009 at 9:58 pm
nice article
August 24th, 2009 at 1:36 pm
So, it has NOTHING to do with how people visit the article links but instead generated by people clicking on the ads on my article pages?
So… I spend all my time writing, get tons of people to visit the page and read the article, even get comments and likes… and don’t get earnings unless someone clicks on an add??
August 24th, 2009 at 9:22 pm
If you have good page views, you will receive ad clicks–and depending upon the cost per click, this can be quite lucrative.
November 12th, 2009 at 4:59 pm
I feel like that’s a rip off. I never click on ads because they are trash. Earning should be generated by page views only. Not by people looking at your article that you’ve worked hard on only for them to get distracted and click on an advertisement. But that’s just my opinion
November 12th, 2009 at 5:55 pm
Hi James,
Some sites offer that payment model, such a Bukisa. However, all online sites that offer writers the chance to earn income have to have something that, indeed, generates revenue–both for the site and for those who submit content.
January 17th, 2011 at 6:13 pm
Thank you for your efforts to dispel myths and uncover facts for the rest of us!
January 27th, 2012 at 1:25 pm
Thank you for taking the time to find out the truth and for sharing this information to the Triond Community.