Filtering unwanted ads .

... how long does it take until the "competitive ad filter" works?

[Romeo]

I am trying to filter some annoying off-target ads for cr*ap sites like made-for-adsense directories.
Having edited the "Competitive Ad Filters" list about 3 hours ago, nothing happens. Apparently it does not work for me.

Does the "Competitive Ad Filter" work at all?
How many hours do I have to wait? days? months?
Do they use computers over there at Adsense, or do they process the filters manually on Monday?

Regards,
R.

[wings]

> Apparently it does not work for me.

So if it doesn't work "fast enough" for you, it doesn't work? What a weird conclusion.

Trust me, it does work, sometimes it takes hours, sometimes you have to wait until the next day. Also make sure that you used the correct URL.

[Romeo]

Thanks, Wings, for the confirmation that it may take hours or until the next day for a correctly spelled URL, which I did not know. I trust you.

Regards,
R.

[AdSenseAdvisor]

Romeo -

I also recommend checking out the 'Jackie asks' section of this AdSense page:

[adsense.blogspot.com...]

This could be the result of a filter delay, as mentioned. However, if the problem persists more than a day or two, make sure that your filters are set up for optimal results.

Hope that helps!