Google Ads is experiencing a major technical issue affecting multiple aspects of its platform. 

A significant privacy concern emerged late last week, with advertisers able to see competitors’ sensitive information, including item IDs, product titles and Merchant Center data.

In Google Ads hit by major reporting glitch, exposing competitor data, Google Ads Liaison Ginny Marvin confirmed it’s being looked into. She advised caution when accessing accounts and recommended avoiding acting on any data until the issue is resolved.

Anu Adegbola,
Paid Media Editor

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Search Engine Land Awards

Earn the right to call yourself an "award-winning" marketer

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The final deadline for the 2024 Search Engine Land Awards is coming up at the end of this month. Join the ranks of award-winning brands, agencies, and search marketers from around the world… learn more and submit your application today!

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