I’m Really Confused! What’s Going On with Applovin Ads?

Hey everyone,

I’ve enabled Test Mode in Applovin, and I’m seeing some really strange behavior:

  • The version of my app that’s been on the Play Store for 6 months shows test ads just fine.
  • But when I run the app using the companion (live test), no ads appear at all.
  • And when I compile and install the APK, I’m seeing real ads, not test ads.

I don’t think my ads are being blocked—because they do show up—but I’m totally confused why the behavior is different between the Play Store version, the compiled APK, and the companion.

Did something change recently with Applovin or test mode in general?
Is there a new setting or step I’m missing when building the APK?

Would really appreciate if someone could help me figure this out. Thanks!

so no answers to my post… :sweat_smile: