Global Blacklist - Across Your Account
Global Blacklist - Across Your Account
1. What Is the Global Blacklist?
The Global Blacklist is a centralized exclusion list that applies automatically to all current and future campaigns in your AdMaven account. It allows advertisers to block:
- Source IDs – Primary traffic source identifiers.
- Sub Source IDs – Granular segments within a source.
- IP Addresses or Ranges – Specific IPs or entire blocks of traffic.
This list ensures problematic sources are blocked systemwide, eliminating the need for manual updates per campaign.
2. Which Campaigns Are Affected?
The Global Blacklist applies to all campaigns, by default.
No need to manually assign it per campaign.
Before blacklisting, make sure a source isn’t converting in specific campaigns!
3. When and Why to Use a Global Blacklist?
Recommended Use Cases:
- Suspicious or bot traffic
- Arbitrage patterns with poor ROI
- Brand safety risks
- Repeated budget drains with no performance
Use with Caution!
When data is limited or inconclusive
After a long sample of traffic
Tip: Always base blacklist decisions on multi-day performance and reliable volume!
4. How to Add Sources to the Global Blacklist
Open your profile menu and navigate to Global Blocked List.
Enter values:
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- Source ID: Comma-separated numeric IDs (12345, 67890)
- Sub Source ID: Full alphanumeric identifiers (12345_ag9)
- IP Addresses or Ranges: Add individual IPs or ranges (192.168.1.5, 172.16.0.0,172.16.0.255)
- You may import a CSV with multiple entries.
- Click Save Changes – updates apply immediately.
5. Scope of Impact
The Global Blacklist affects all campaigns in your account by default.
There is no need to assign it manually to each campaign.
Important: Before blocking, ensure the source isn't performing well in specific campaigns.
6. Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Blocking based on a single-day snapshot
- Entering a URL instead of a numeric Source ID
- Forgetting to click “Save Changes”
- Blocking rotating IPs that could disrupt legitimate traffic
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I upload a CSV file?
A: Yes. Use the upload feature to bulk add entries.
Q: Can I remove a source later?
A: Absolutely. Delete the entry and save changes.
Q: When do changes take effect?
A: Immediately upon saving.
Q: Will the blacklist apply to future campaigns?
A: Yes. It’s global across your account.
Use it strategically based on validated data!
For assistance, contact the AdMaven support team at
Updated on: 09/07/2025
Thank you!