Google logo no more - AdSense for Search available logo-free

Date December 14, 2005

Google took a huge step when they released new AdSense for Search options today, some which no longer show the branded Google logo in the search unit implementation but instead uses the words “Google Search” in the button.

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I have never had much luck with AdSense for Search (in fact, I only know a handful of publishers - mostly with similar types of sites - that have had much success with this product from AdSense), and part of the problem was the bulky implementation of the search box that publishers are required to use. I will have to start testing this one again.

Other features added to AdSense for Search inclue the ability to choose the country/territory that will be used for results (ie. using Google.ca or Google.co.uk instead of Google.com, for example)

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13 Responses to “Google logo no more - AdSense for Search available logo-free”

  1. Skills to pay the bills said:

    Adsense search takes a leap forward

    As first reported this morning on JenSense - Google is now offering a branding free search option. This is a great step forward for Google search imo. Here is what the new search looks like-

  2. anonymous said:

    actually Jen, the possibility of selecting a specific geo Google (ie google.co.uk or google.ca) has always been an option, but it is definitely cool that you can remove the google logo now.

  3. hoover said:

    Search box is still “bulky” when you select Google SiteSearch option. Colors of submit button need to be customizable as well.

  4. Mitchel said:

    Jen, you mentioned that a certain type of site is successful with Adsense for Search. Care to ellaborate?

  5. Seun Osewa said:

    Hello,

    I think this is absolutely great news. Now I can move the google search box from the bottom of my site to the top where it will enjoy more attention.

    Thanks!

  6. Inside Online Advertising said:

    Changes At Google AdSense: Themed Ads Opt-In, Email Reports, Link Unit Landing Pages, Search Display And Referral Colors

    The Google AdSense Team has really been busy as of late releasing numerous changes as the end of the year approaches. AdSense Unit Themes The most attractive — in my opinion — is an opt-in to turn on Google seasonal…

  7. Steve said:

    I tried to post a very short comment about customizing Google SiteSearch for individual web sites, but this system keeps telling me my comment is denied for questionable content.

  8. Dougee said:

    This site uses a customized google link. How did they do it?

    Blingo
    http://www.blingo.com/friends?ref=YN4Im8FubWtYJ13vpRjZaRMHLs8

  9. Seun Osewa said:

    As noted by hoover, one still can’t have a compact ’site search’ system using the google solution. Too bad. It’s funny how theyinsist on making site search so bulky when clearly this is the number one reason why people want adsense for search on their sites.

  10. Ed Kohler said:

    Success of AdSense for Search can also be tied to how search is integrated into the site. Adding it to a custom 404 page is a great option, and placing the search box in a prominent location makes sense . . . that is, if your visitors rely on search to navigate your site.

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  13. Jumble said:

    how come the image that you posted looks so nice!? the one available in the Google control panel is just a boring square search box with no round edges :)