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Head of Google Search demands urgency as growth slows
Google Senior VP Prabhakar Raghavan blames increasing competition, costs and regulation for a 'new operating reality'.
Google delays third-party cookie phase-out to 2025 (maybe)
For the third time, Google has postponed the anticipated deprecation of third-party cookies in its Chrome browser.
3 ways to target your PPC competitors’ audience
Boost your PPC audience targeting with this action-based strategy. Learn how to reach your competitors' customers who are primed to convert.
Meta AI adds Google Search results
Meta AI will point users to web search results of Google or Microsoft Bing for queries that require the most up-to-date answers.
Google Chrome IP masking could radically impact search advertising
Google's plan for IP protection would give them a monopoly on location data and drive up costs for advertisers.
Structure, consume, learn and retire: Google’s pattern of learning
Google's cyclical process of giving us capabilities only to later remove them, seems to be a core part of its strategy.
5 alternatives to the missing Page Timings report in GA4
Google Analytics 4 doesn’t have a Page Timings report, so how can you monitor which pages are slow on your site?
7 ways to elevate your responsive search ads
From maximizing ad space to utilizing features like ad pinning and ad experiments, learn how to optimize your RSAs for better results.
How to set and manage PPC expectations for teams and stakeholders
Avoid client-agency misalignment by following best practices on setting clear PPC expectations upfront and managing communications.
Tracking in 2024: Where we are and how to prep
Learn the technical and marketing implications of the end of third-party cookies, and a four-part plan to get ready for the shift.
YouTube escalates war on ad blockers
YouTube users who use ad blockers to avoid advertising on the platform will now see alerts or experience buffering issues.
Google Discover optimization: A complete guide
Improve your visibility on this powerful recommendation platform through content quality, relevance and technical enhancements.
Why the shift from ‘conversions’ to ‘key events’ in GA4 is a game-changer
Learn how this GA4 change lets you maximize marketing opportunities to measure and report on what matters most to your business.
Google Search Console security update improves management of ownership tokens
You can now more easily see and remove which have access to your Search Console profiles.
Google: Ad Strength not used in Ad Rank
Ads with poor Ad Strength could still perform well. But that doesn't mean Ad Strength is not important, according to Google.
Google Demand Gen advertisers get generative image tools
Advertisers can generate original campaign assets in just a few clicks while maintaining full control over what images are used.
What to do when Google changes your GBP information
Learn how to effectively manage and protect your Google Business Profile from unexpected updates by Google.
Writing people-first content: A process and template
A guide to writing helpful, reliable, people-first content that helps promote your business while ranking highly on search engines.
How the Google-Reddit partnership impacts brand management
Dive into the impact of the Google-Reddit content licensing deal on brand perception and engagement, plus tips for managing reputation risks.
Google CEO on the evolution of Search and SGE
Sundar Pichai believes Google can provide AI-generated answers while also helping users navigate to websites for information.
Google testing People Also Consider label on branded search ads
Advertisers are concerned that Google is planning to force brands into entering competitor ad auctions.
The Performance Max playbook: Best practices and emerging tactics for 2024
Strategies for running Performance Max campaigns in 2024, covering campaign structure, creative, budgeting and conversion tracking.
Advanced Google Ads tracking for local service companies
Effectively measure the marketing impact of your Google Ads campaigns for local service clients with these enhanced tracking methods.
Google updates Merchant Center product data specifications
The changes for 2024 have been designed to boost the quality of product information in both paid and organic Shopping listings.
How to maximize your local business’ Google Maps presence
Practical tips for optimizing your Google Maps presence to boost local visibility and drive more in-store customers.
4 YouTube Shopping updates, including Collections and Affiliate Hub
The platform is introducing new features and capabilities to offer creators fresh ways to enhance conversions and efficiency.
Google and world’s largest ad group announce landmark AI collaboration
The groundbreaking partnership implies Google's robots could begin creating ads for world-leading brands like Coca-Cola.
7 ways to use generative AI in PPC
Practical tips for incorporating generative AI into PPC copywriting, keyword research, account structure building and audience analysis.
How to implement a full-funnel PPC marketing strategy
Master keyword research, ad creation and landing page optimization for your awareness, consideration and conversion-focused PPC campaigns.
Google’s potential HubSpot deal likely to spark fresh antitrust scrutiny
Both Google and HubSpot may find themselves defending the proposed deal against antitrust watchdogs in court, should it proceed.
Google explains why Ad Strength is ‘so important’ as it addresses industry concerns
Here's the role Ad Strength should really play when it comes to building your Google Ads campaigns.
6 reasons why SEO audits seem like a waste and how to fix them
SEO audits are only a waste of time if you do them the wrong way. Get more SEO recommendations implemented by solving these six problems.
Google ‘considering Hubspot acquisition’
The search engine is reportedly in discussions with Morgan Stanley regarding a potential offer, but no offer has yet been made.
Google to start issuing Display & Video 360 linking recommendations
When Google identifies an unlinked DV360 advertiser, it will recommend linking it to Google Analytics.
13 questions to diagnose and resolve declining organic traffic
Is your site's organic traffic taking a nosedive? Use these questions to investigate and fix issues impacting your SEO performance.
Reminder – Google is turning off all Universal Analytics services and APIs
Google is urging those who have not yet fully migrated to Google Analytics 4 to do so as soon as possible to prevent potential data loss.
Negative keywords in paid search: 6 strategies for effective implementation
Learn hands-off vs. aggressive approaches, platform variations and best practices to improve ad relevance with negative keywords.
YouTube unveils 3 new updates, including live stream reaction analytics
The platform hopes the changes will provide creators with deeper insights into their audience so they can optimize content more effectively.
How to use Google Gemini to improve SEO operational efficiency
From creating SOPs to managing cross-functional teams, find out how Gemini can help drive efficiency in your digital advertising endeavors.
Google investigating Ad Manager Reach report error
Although you may still have access to Google Ad Manager, you may find you can't access the most recent data.