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Google Introduces Shoppable Image Ads
Google is introducing a new type of ad unit that will allow advertisers to display shoppable images on publisher websites.
Google Ads Lets Advertisers Include Video in Showcase Shopping Ads
Google Ads has updated its Showcase Shopping ads with video functionality, making it Google’s first retail ad with video.
Find Out If You’re Impacted by Google’s Changes to Exact Match
Do Google Ads’ changes to exact match targeting impact your ad campaigns? Here are three ways to find out.
Google Partners Features Have Been Moved to Google Ads
Google Partners features, including badge status, have been moved to Google Ads.
How Blockchain Could Change Online Advertising Forever
Blockchain is poised to change what you know about online advertising. Here are three compelling implications of blockchain moving forward.
Google Introduces a New Way to Split Test AMP Pages in Google Ads
Google has a new way to compare the impact of using AMP pages vs. traditional web pages with Google Ads.
A Rundown of Your Google Ads Automated Bid Options
Here’s what you need to know about Google Ads automated bid options and tips for using each.
Google’s Dynamic Search Ads Get New Targeting Options, More Reporting Data
Google has released several updates to Dynamic Search Ads, which include new targeting options and more data in reports.
Google’s New Responsive Display Ads Let Advertisers Upload 15 Images, 5 Headlines, More
Google’s new responsive display ads will become the new default ad type for the Google Display Network.
New Google Ads Mobile Benchmarks Across 18 Industries
What’s a good mobile click-through rate in Google Ads? Is your Google Ads mobile conversion rate up to par?
Google Ads’ Exact Match Targeting Now Includes Keywords With Same Meaning
Using machine learning, Google Ads’ exact match will now serve ads that match the intent of a search.
Bing Ads Enhances ‘Overview’ Tab and Report Downloads
Bing Ads rolled out several updates designed to help advertisers save time by getting a faster look at performance insights.
Google Restricts Ads for Third-Party Tech Support Services
Google has updated its advertising policies to restrict ads for third-party tech support providers.
Google Ads Lets Users Make Campaign Changes from ‘Overview’ Page
An update to Google Ads now allows users to make changes to their campaigns directly from the Overview page.
Google Measures Effectiveness of Ads With New ‘Ad Strength’ Indicator
Google has introduced a new tool for helping advertisers measure the effectiveness of their ads before they go live.
5 Reasons Why You Should Use a DMP for Your Search Campaigns
Here are five reasons why a data management platform can be hugely beneficial for your paid search campaigns.
5 Essential Skills Every PPC Professional Needs to Have
Learn the top five skills that every PPC professional needs in order to succeed.
How to Use Life Event Targeting in PPC & Social Ads
Here’s how advertisers can use life event targeting in PPC and social ads.
4 Things to Do When Your PPC Campaign Isn’t Generating Leads
Are your PPC campaigns not generating leads? Here’s what you should do.
Google Ads Report Editor Now Supports Time Period Comparison
Google Ads’ Report Editor tool has rolled out the ability to compare performance for two different time periods.
What You Need to Know About Google Ads Bid Strategy
Learn the basics of Google Ads bidding and tips for moving from manual to automated bidding.
What Blocking Options Are Available to AdSense Publishers?
Learn more about the various blocking controls available to publishers on AdSense.
Google Lets Advertisers Add a Third Headline to Text Ads
Google is letting advertisers add an additional headline and description to text ads.
How to Block Poor Performing Ad Placements in Apps Using a Script
Here’s an AdWords script you can use to automatically limit ads from showing on poorly performing mobile apps.
Why Advertisers Must Make Brand Safety on Mobile Devices a Top Priority
Here’s why and how advertisers should prioritize brand safety on mobile devices – plus actionable tips to combat ad fraud.
Google AdSense Earnings Fluctuations Not Related to Algorithm Update
Google has confirmed that any fluctuations in AdSense earnings is not related to the recent search algorithm update.
Google’s Sponsored Units on Search: What Marketers Need to Know
Find out when Google’s Sponsored Units appear, how they work with product listing ads and Google Shopping, and more.
A Manual Bidding Process for an Automated World
Here’s what you need to know about PPC bidding practices in an automated world.
Bing Ads Rolls Out Advanced Bidding Strategies: Target CPA & Maximize Conversions
Bing Ads has two new advanced bidding strategies, one of which is the most user-requested feature so far this year.
How to Get the Most from Those High LinkedIn CPCs
LinkedIn has very high CPCs, but they can be worth it for the right audience.