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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.
Meta could launch Threads ads this year
Brands and marketers might be able to buy ads on the text-based platform Threads sooner than expected.
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.
TikTok testing virtual influencers for video ads
AI-powered virtual influencers will be able to compete with real human influencers for profitable advertising deals on TikTok.
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.
TikTok launches enhanced ad placement controls
Category Exclusion and Vertical Sensitivity controls have been rolled out to give brands more say over where their ads appear.
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.
Meta advertisers claim sales are down and costs are up due to glitchy automated system
Advertisers claim that ongoing issues with Meta's algorithm are significantly impacting campaign performance across its platforms.
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.
B2B audience targeting: Meta Ads as an alternative to LinkedIn
Reach your ideal B2B customers on Meta Ads for a fraction of the cost of LinkedIn with these ad creative and audience targeting strategies.
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.
LinkedIn’s most effective posting strategies unveiled by new study
Researchers have identified the type of content that generates the most engagement, shares and impressions.
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.
Bing Search tests removing cache link
This comes after Google Search officially dropped its cache link a couple of months go.
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.
LinkedIn introduces CTV ads for B2B campaigns
LinkedIn CTV Ads allows B2B marketers to scale campaigns with partners, including Paramount, Roku and Samsung Ads.
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.
Facebook launches enhanced full-screen video player with key upgrades
The platform's updated video player, which draws comparisons to TikTok, will initially be released exclusively in the U.S. and Canada.
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.
Instagram explains why your content isn’t reaching your followers
The platform insists its algorithms are not to blame if you have noticed a steep decline in reach recently.