The ads.txt file is an important component of the programmatic advertising ecosystem, designed to prevent unauthorized inventory sales and improve transparency.
To resolve the "ads.txt not found" issue, follow these steps:
Check your website's root directory: Ensure that you have access to the server hosting your website and navigate to the root directory.
This directory is typically named public_html, www, or your website's domain name.
Verify if ads.txt exists: Look for a file named "ads.txt" in the root directory. If it doesn't exist, proceed to the next step.
Create an ads.txt file: Create a new text file and name it "ads.txt". Make sure the file extension is ".txt" and not ".txt.txt". Double-check that you're not creating "ads.txt.txt" by mistake.
Edit the ads.txt file: Open the newly created "ads.txt" file in a text editor and add the necessary information.
The ads.txt file should contain authorized sellers' information, such as the ad network or exchange ID and your account ID.
Refer to the documentation provided by your ad network or exchange to obtain the correct entries for your ads.txt file.
Save and upload the file: Once you've added the appropriate content to the ads.txt file, save it and upload it to the root directory of your website using FTP or any other method you prefer.
Validate the ads.txt file: After uploading the ads.txt file, you can validate it using the Ads.txt Validator tool provided by the Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB)
This tool will check for any syntax errors or formatting issues that may affect the proper functioning of the ads.txt file.
Monitor for errors: Keep an eye on your website's logs or any error messages related to ads.txt.
If the "ads.txt not found" issue persists, double-check the file's location, permissions, and content to ensure everything is set up correctly.
