How to Create an AdMob Account in 3 Easy Steps (2026 Guide)

Are you ready to turn your hard work on mobile app development into a steady stream of income? If you have an app, you are sitting on potential revenue, and Google AdMob is the industry standard for unlocking it.

AdMob allows you to earn money by displaying high-quality ads to your users. However, the setup process can sometimes feel overwhelming for beginners. In this guide, I promise to walk you through the exact three-step process to get your account running, verified, and ready for payments.

Table of Contents

• Step 1: Create Your AdMob Account
• Step 2: Verify Your Google Account
• Step 3: Enter Your Payment Details
• Conclusion & Next Steps
• Frequently Asked Questions

Step 1: Create Your AdMob Account

The journey to monetization begins at the official portal. Navigate to apps.admob.com to get started. You will be prompted to sign in using an email or phone number. If you already have an existing Google Account that you use for other developer tools (like the Google Play Console), it is highly recommended to use that same account to link your services seamlessly.

Once signed in, you need to complete your account information. You must select your Country or Territory and your Time Zone. This is a critical step because your country selection determines the currency AdMob will use to pay you. Furthermore, the time zone ensures that your analytics and data are reported accurately based on your location. Finally, review the terms and conditions carefully and click "Create AdMob Account."

Step 2: Verify Your Account

Security is a top priority for Google, so the second step involves verifying your identity via your phone number. This step might be skipped automatically if you have previously verified your phone number with Google services, but new users will almost always see this prompt.

Enter a valid phone number and select how you would like to receive your verification PIN: via Text Message (SMS) or a Voice Call. Once you receive the 6-digit PIN, enter it into the dashboard and click "Verify." This confirms you are a real person and secures your account against unauthorized access.

Step 3: Enter Your Payment Details

This is the final and most important step to ensure you actually get paid. In the AdMob sidebar, navigate to Payments and click "Set up Payments." You will need to select your account type: Individual or Business. If you are a solo developer, choose Individual; if you represent a registered company, choose Business.

You must ensure that the name and address you enter here match your bank account details exactly. AdMob will also require a physical mailing address. Why? Because when your earnings reach a certain threshold, Google will mail a physical PIN to this address to verify your location. You cannot receive payments until this physical PIN is entered, which usually takes up to 4 weeks to arrive.

Suggested Reading: Visit the Official AdMob Help Center for the latest policy updates, or check out our internal guide on Top 5 App Monetization Strategies for 2026.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully created, verified, and configured your Google AdMob account. By following these three steps—signing up, verifying your phone number, and setting up accurate payment details—you have laid the foundation for a successful app business.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How long does it take to get the AdMob verification PIN by mail?

A: The physical PIN mailer usually takes up to 4 weeks to arrive at your postal address, depending on your location and local mail service.

Q: Can I change my payment currency later?

A: No, the currency is determined by the "Country/Territory" you select during Step 1 and generally cannot be changed later.

Q: Is a phone number required for AdMob?

A: Yes, a valid phone number is required for account security verification via SMS or Voice call during the setup process.