What Are VAST Ads?
VAST stands for Video Ad Serving Template. It’s a system that lets you show video ads before or during your videos. If you've ever watched a YouTube video and saw an ad first — that’s a VAST ad.
With VAST, you can earn money from your videos even if you're using Blogspot, which doesn't support video ads directly.
Can I Use VAST on Blogspot?
Yes, you can! But because Blogspot doesn’t support VAST ads by default, you need to use an external video player that supports it. Don’t worry — it’s easier than it sounds.
All you need is a simple video player and a special ad link (called a VAST tag) from an ad network.
Step-by-Step: How to Add VAST Ads
1. Get a Video Player
Use a player that works with VAST. Here’s a simple one to try:
- Video.js – Free and open source.
You don’t need to install anything. Just copy the code into your Blogspot post.
2. Sign Up for a Video Ad Network
You need a VAST ad tag from a company that gives video ads. Some beginner-friendly options:
- ExoClick
- Vdo.ai
- AdPlayer.Pro
Once you sign up, they’ll give you a link like this:
https://your-ad-network.com/vast?zoneid=12345
3. Add the Video + Ad Code to Your Post
In Blogspot, switch to the HTML view in your post editor. Then paste this code:
<link href="https://vjs.zencdn.net/8.3.0/video-js.css" rel="stylesheet" />
<script src="https://vjs.zencdn.net/8.3.0/video.min.js"></script>
<script src="https://imasdk.googleapis.com/js/sdkloader/ima3.js"></script>
<video id="video" class="video-js vjs-default-skin" width="640" height="360" controls preload="auto" data-setup='{}'>
<source src="https://yourhost.com/video.mp4" type="video/mp4">
</video>
<script>
var player = videojs('video');
player.ima({
adTagUrl: "https://your-ad-network.com/vast?zoneid=12345"
});
</script>
Make sure to replace the video link and adTagUrl with your real ones.
Tips for Beginners
Keep It Simple
Start with one video and one ad. Test it to make sure it works. You don’t need to use all features right away.
Use Good Video Content
Only use videos that match your blog. If your blog is about cooking, post your own recipe videos. This helps ad performance and SEO.
Use Proper Hosting
Blogspot can’t host big files. Use free services like Google Drive (public files), GitHub Pages, or file hosting platforms for your video.
What If It Doesn't Work?
If the ad doesn’t show:
- Check the VAST tag – it must be active
- Make sure the video file link is working
- Try using a different browser to test
Conclusion
Even if you’re just starting on Blogspot, you can show video ads and earn money using VAST. It takes a few steps, but you don’t need to be a tech expert.
Start small, experiment, and keep learning. Once you get used to it, adding video ads will feel easy — and your blog will start making extra income from your content.