> ## 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). # Validating Your Site with EZmob: A Step-by-Step Guide ## Introduction Validating your site with EZmob is an essential step in successfully monetizing your digital properties. This process verifies your ownership of the domain, which safeguards your earnings and ensures that your site complies with our quality standards. In this guide, we will walk you through the validation process and highlight its significance. --- ## Why Site Validation Matters ### Prove Domain Ownership Validation is crucial as it confirms your control over the domain, protecting your traffic and revenue from being misappropriated by others. ### Secure Your Earnings Once your domain is validated, it becomes linked to your EZmob account, preventing unauthorized individuals from monetizing your domain on our platform. ### Maintain Ad Quality and Brand Safety The validation process helps us ensure that only legitimate, high-quality sites display ads, attracting better campaigns and potentially increasing your CPMs. ### Preserve Network Integrity Validating your site contributes to the overall integrity of our network by minimizing fraudulent activities, thus maintaining high traffic quality for all publishers. --- ## Step-by-Step Site Validation Process ### Step 1: Obtain Your Validation Code After adding your site in the dashboard, you will receive a unique validation code. Be sure to copy this code exactly as it appears, without making any alterations. ![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/a/5/4/d/a54d794cc8c41800/cleanshot-2026-06-02-at-183456_zfd0o1.png =418xauto) ### Step 2: Embed the Code on Your Site To embed the code, paste the following HTML comment into the `` section of your homepage. Make sure it is added exactly as shown below, without any modifications. ```html ``` | **Tip:** For best results, add the code to your site's main template, ensuring it appears on your homepage within the `` tag. ### Step 3: Initiate Validation In your EZmob dashboard, navigate to **Sites & Placements** → **Sites** and click the **Validate** button next to your site. The system will automatically check for the validation code on your homepage. --- ## Troubleshooting Validation Issues * **Code Not Found**: Confirm that the validation code is live on your homepage and correctly placed within the `` tag. * **Validation Failed Due to Policy**: Review our [site requirement policy guide](/en/article/publisher-content-policy-overview-1nj1aw7) for potential solutions. * **Free Hosting Platform Issue**: Please note that custom domains are required, as certain free hosting platforms are not supported. * **Domain Already Validated**: A domain can only be validated under one account. If you encounter discrepancies, please [contact support](mailto:support@ezmob.com). | **Important:** Validation is typically instant, but if you experience issues, double-check the placement of your code and ensure your site complies with EZmob's policies. --- ## Related Articles * [Publisher Content Policy Overview](/en/article/publisher-content-policy-overview-1nj1aw7) * [Avoiding Invalid Traffic as a Publisher](/en/article/avoiding-invalid-traffic-as-a-publisher-ahwpwn) * [Monitoring Ad Performance in the Publisher Dashboard](/en/article/monitoring-ad-performance-in-the-publisher-dashboard-1dam311) * [ads.txt for Publishers](/en/article/adstxt-for-publishers-1c7zede) * [Revenue Drop Checklist for Publishers](/en/article/revenue-drop-checklist-for-publishers-m53y2m)