What is Google Safe Browsing?
Google Safe Browsing identifies unsafe web resources including malware sites, phishing pages, and deceptive software. Version 5 is the latest API, offering faster lookup and more comprehensive threat detection.
How it protects publishers
Advertisers pay significantly higher CPM rates on platforms with verified brand safety — your links are trusted by major ad networks. Your audience trusts the links you share, leading to higher click rates over time.
What happens if a link is blocked
If a destination URL is flagged by Google Safe Browsing, the link automatically stops redirecting visitors and shows a safety warning. You do not lose earnings for previously completed impressions — only future clicks to that specific link are affected.