Sep 05 2008
Loading ...I’ve replaced the inside post ads for older posts and switched them to the AdBrite ads instead so they’re actually worth something. So far I’m actually surprised and pleased with how simple AdBrite is, and how they’re doing things. Yay for a decent ad company!
Sep 03 2008
Loading ...I currently feel there is less than a 0% chance of Google AdSense coming to their senses in this matter, and that since SHiNTER.NET is nothing more than a small speck compared to them, my appeal will be brushed aside and I’ll be ignored, they’ll keep my money and in the end they were nothing more than scammers.
So, I’ve moved onto AdBrite. There are several sites I go to that use their ads, and I’m giving them a shot. I’m not going to flood my site with eyesore advertisements, but I do need some sort of revenue being generated, even if it is minimal. Here’s to hoping that AdBrite works out favorably.
Sep 02 2008
Loading ...Yesterday I submitted an appeal form, and informed Google AdSense that I have no control over who clicks my ads and how many times someone clicks. I also enlightened them to the fact that ads are meant to be clicked. I also noted that SHiNTER.NET has a growing fanbase of users located in Gainesville, FL for multiple reasons, from the college football coverage to the recent coverage of Fay.
I’ve not done anything to warrant them getting anal with me, and at this point in time I really feel they’re just pissy because I was likely going to have an amount worthy of payment accumulated in such a short amount of time, and that they see more of the same in the future from SHiNTER.NET, and to save a few bucks, they’re withholding revenue generated by us and effectively stealing income from us.
I’ve already decided to chronicle the issues with Google AdSense in hopes of warning others who think they’re a worthwhile option for ads, and to inform them they’re likely going to get scammed into listing their ads, and then before payment they’ll suddenly come up with something that you’ve done wrong and take away your earnings. Bah, what a joke.
Sep 01 2008
Loading ...Since starting the site, I’ve wanted to flood it with all sorts of faces. It is a very old habit of mine, and I’ve pissed more than one person off because I tend to type a line and follow up quickly with the face. I’ve finally found a good emoticon pack to load on the site, and can now bug people with my faces and they’ll look good while I do so.
The icon set being used is a compressed version of 2s-space Emotions v2 by kirozeng. I really like the icon pack, and the big selling point of it is the cloud style, which makes it seem more newsy.
That, and the 
emoticon was just awesome.
Sep 01 2008
Loading ...Google, in its infinite wisdom has decided that the site is a significant risk to their AdWords users, and have kicked me from the program. I’m sorry the sites popularity boomed, especially after it got dugg so much. Hell, I’m sorry it talks about one of the more popular subjects out there; College Football, and that the ads that mostly filled this site were related to such content. I actually clicked an ad because I wanted to go look at the stores selection on college football merchandise. Can’t help it, I’m a Buckeye fan.
The way I see it, I got shafted for being too damn popular, and Google didn’t like that. Didn’t like the fact that I managed to build the site around those ads to make the ads actually worthwhile to have for the people who visit it. Bloody ridiculous.
In other news for the site, I’ve removed the forum and the search. I never paid any attention to the forum, so it wasn’t worth keeping. As for the search, as it was built around a Google AdSense Search, and I got paid for it when people would use it, I’ve taken that down as well. No sense in still using a Google Search and not get anything out of it. Right? Right.
Aug 26 2008
Loading ...With the last post, we hit the 50 post mark. Since starting, SHiNTER.NET has covered all sorts of topics. Entertainment, Sports, Daily News and Weather. We’ve done Music Reviews and Movie Reviews. We’ve also started dipping into the Opinions where we shared our personal views on assorted topics.
Out of all of the things we’ve offered, what topic should be focused on most? What do you think would define SHiNTER.NET most in your eyes and bring you here on a daily basis? Vote below!
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Aug 25 2008
Loading ...I just added a custom flash donation button to the sidebar. Look to the right. –>
The countdown is for the 1st of every month. This months target is $25 USD. Ad revenue from AdSense doesn’t count due to it requiring $100 in total earned before they’ll send out a payment, and then for every $100 earned after they’ll send out a payment. As for the store, it requires a minimum of $25 earned before payment is issued. The best option for SHiNTER.NET is currently donations, which it is accepting. Once the donation target is met, I’ll remove the button until the next month cycles through.
I’m also selling ad space on the site, and if you’re interested in making a deal, use the contact form to make an offer.
Thanks for the support!
Aug 20 2008
Loading ...Today I officially launched the SHiNTER.NET | Community and the SHiNTER.NET | Search. Let me explain a little about both new features…
SHiNTER.NET | Community
The SHiNTER.NET Community is an all-topic message board. Like SHiNTER.NET itself, the Community is based on opinions of the news, subjects, etc. It isn’t 100% strictly news, and provides the members of the community a place to express themselves to others, and share their personal insight. It is more than another message board; it truly is Freedom on the Internet!
SHiNTER.NET | Search
The SHiNTER.NET Search is a customized search engine powered by Google. The difference between SHiNTER.NET Search and Google? The SHiNTER.NET Search has a matching color scheme to the site and community, as well as a nice home page to work from located here. I hope you choose to use the SHiNTER.NET Search feature as your new search engine of choice!
We’ve also been accepted into Google AdSense. I apologize for the advertisements, but if we get reasonable support, I don’t see why I can’t pull the ads in the future. Until then, I don’t think they’ll bother anyone. They’re not intrusive. Right? Right.
I look forward to welcoming you into the new community! See you there!
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Aug 17 2008
Loading ...Things with the site are going wonderful. New features are being integrated daily, such as the poll system and now the post rating system (top right of the post, the stars). Random topics of interest being discussed, and the site is slowly growing in popularity. New items are being worked on for the store, but overall things have been going great. I’m pleased with how things are going and look forward to the future success of SHiNTER.NET!
Aug 13 2008
Loading ...Hello and welcome to SHiNTER.NET! We’re now officially open and look forward to providing insightful reviews for music, movies and more! We also look forward to offering a nice collection of gag items in our shop, and we also will be providing commentary on current events in the news.
Cheers to the future,
- Brian.
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