> ## Knowledge Base Index > Fetch the complete knowledge base index at: https://helpdesk.ezmob.com/sitemap.xml > Use this file to discover available pages before exploring further. > Pure-Markdown content can be obtained by appending a '.md' suffix to the content URLs listed in the sitemap (without the trailing slash). # How to add an Ad Tag to section in WordPress ## How to Add an Ad Tag to the `` Section in WordPress Adding an Ad Tag to the `` section of your WordPress site is crucial for optimizing ad placements and enhancing monetization. This step-by-step guide will walk you through the process, ensuring you can do it effortlessly. --- ### TL;DR To add an Ad Tag to your WordPress site, request the tag from your Account Manager and choose one of three methods: using a plugin, editing a theme template, or utilizing a WP hook. --- ### Step 1: Request Your Ad Tag 1. **Request an Ad Tag** from your Account Manager or obtain it from the [EZmob Dashboard](https://dashboard.ezmob.com). a. Log in to the [EZmob Dashboard](https://dashboard.ezmob.com). b. Select the** Sites & Placements** tab and click on **GET PLACEMENT**. ![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/a54d794cc8c41800/2022-01-31-155926-window_16ws9o4.png) c. Click on **COPY CODE** to copy the Ad Tag to your clipboard. ![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/a54d794cc8c41800/2022-01-31-160019-window_dg85ra.png) --- ### Step 2: Choose Your Method of Insertion You have three options for adding the Ad Tag to the `` section of your WordPress site: * Use a Plugin * Edit a Theme Template * Use a WP Hook Select the method that you find most comfortable. Below, we will describe each option in detail. --- #### Method 1: Use a Plugin For beginners, using a plugin is the easiest and most recommended method. **Head, Footer and Post Injections** * [This free WP extension](https://wordpress.org/plugins/header-footer/) allows you to add code to the `` section. **Steps to Follow:** 1. **Install the Plugin** from the WordPress plugin repository. 2. After activation, navigate to **Settings > Header and Footer** in the admin panel. 3. Go to the **Head and Footer** tab. ![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/a54d794cc8c41800/2022-01-31-185757-window_qawdlq.png) 4. In the **** section injection block, you will find two text fields: * The first field applies the code to all pages of the site. * The second field adds code only to the main page of the WP site. ![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/a54d794cc8c41800/2022-01-31-190049-window_dkudz4.png) | **Helpful Tip:** Be sure to click the **Save** button for your changes to take effect. --- #### Method 2: Edit a Theme Template If you prefer not to install additional plugins, you can manually add the code to the desired template of your WordPress theme. **Steps to Follow:** 1. Navigate to the **wp-content/themes** directory and locate the **header.php** file. ||| **Warning:** It is not recommended to modify the parent WordPress theme files. Use a **child theme** to make edits without losing them during updates. 2. The contents of the **header.php** file may vary by theme, but the main blocks are similar. For example, in the standard Twenty Twenty WP theme, you will find the **…** block at the beginning of the file. ![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/a54d794cc8c41800/dobavlyaem-kod-v-head-3_1y1e062.png) 3. Add the required code **before the closing `` tag**. ![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/a54d794cc8c41800/dobavlyaem-kod-v-head-4_ywc3mi.png) --- #### Method 3: Use WP Hook WordPress provides a special **hook** that allows you to add code to the `` section. **Steps to Follow:** 1. Open the **functions.php** file, which is located in the root of your theme's folder. For example, for the Twenty Twenty theme, it is located at: `/wp-content/themes/twentytwenty/functions.php` 2. To add an Ad Tag to the site header, paste the following code at the end of this file: ```php function wpplus_insert_header() { ?> ` with the Ad Tag you copied in Step 1. --- ### Conclusion Choose the method that best suits your needs—whether it's using a plugin or editing the theme manually—and start optimizing your earnings with [EZmob monetization solutions](https://ezmob.crisp.help/en/category/monetization-e9rtp8/). --- ## Related Articles [How to set up EZmob Header bidding banners on the WordPress platform](https://helpdesk.ezmob.com/en/article/how-to-set-up-ezmob-header-bidding-banners-on-the-wordpress-platform-ab5jxd) [How to add an ad tag to section in Blogger platform](https://helpdesk.ezmob.com/en/article/how-to-add-an-ad-tag-to-head-section-in-blogger-platform-1ucjo81) [EZmob Publisher : Getting Started](https://helpdesk.ezmob.com/en/article/ezmob-publisher-getting-started-8gyat6)