Google-served ads are obscuring content (AdMob) — How to fix this?

Answer:

If your Google-served ads (AdMob banners or interstitials) are obscuring content in your app, it violates AdMob and Google Play policies. Here's how you can fix it properly:

Best Practices to Solve It: Adjust Your Layout

Use ConstraintLayout, LinearLayout, or FrameLayout properly.

Place the AdView in a fixed container outside your main content, usually at the bottom or top.

Do NOT Overlay Ads on Top of Content

Ads must not be on top of buttons, texts, images, videos, or any interactive UI elements.

Keep ads separate and clearly distinguishable from your app content.

Resize Content Area

Use layout_weight (as shown above) to dynamically resize your content so the ad doesn't cover it.

Handling Different Screen Sizes

Always test your app on multiple screen sizes and orientations.

You can use ScrollView or NestedScrollView if needed to make sure the content adjusts properly when space is limited.

Respect Safe Areas (for iOS and Android)

Especially important for devices with notches or soft navigation bars.

Important

Never place ads in a way that users accidentally click on them (this can get your AdMob account banned). Never force users to interact with an ad to continue using the app.

Quick Tip Google recommends using the AdMob Banner Best Practices Guide for compliant layouts.

Conclusion:

Place ads outside your app's main content area.

Adjust the layout so your UI and ads never overlap.

Test your app carefully to ensure a clean, user-friendly experience.