I have for years without problems. IANAL, but my understanding is that competitive ads ARE allowed as long as they are not contextual.

I've noticed a few sites with CJ related ads, just wanted to make sure.

Thanks

Yes, you can run CJ ads with Google Adsense. However:

CJ has a number of advertisers who use contextual-looking ads as banners. These are questionable and in my opinion, shouldn't be used.

Per the Adsense Programs and Policies:

"This would also include ads throughout the site that mimic Google ads or otherwise appear to be associated with Google on your site. Although you may sell ads directly on your site, it is your responsibility to ensure these ads do not mimic Google ads."

I'm hearing both sides no and yes

What did Google say about it? In my view, they're the only "side" to ask.

My experience is they respond pretty quickly to emails.

TJ

"Shame on you newbie" i know but

what is CJ :$

Commission Junction (CJ) is advertisement company.

Thanks Mohamed

trillianjedi - I'm not going to contact Google, I've come to an agreement that they are fine to run along conjuction with adsense.

thanks