This is the second part of Stewart Dunlop's two-article series examining the key findings from the United States v. Google ads trial, which concluded in Virginia last month and sought to test whether Google was breaking antitrust laws. You don't have to have read Part I but it won't hurt. The Google ads trial revealed a number of significant ways in which the company … [Read more...] about The Google Ads Trial Part II – How The Google Antitrust Trial Damaged Advertiser Trust
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Reducing Your Dependency on Google Traffic – Part I: Social Search
After decades at the top, seismic transformations to the way the internet is accessed means Google's position as the gatekeeper of the internet is looking increasingly vulnerable. In this comprehensive study Ann Stanley, CEO of Anicca Digital, explores the ways you can expect some of these changes to affect your site traffic, and how you can pre-emptively adapt to reduce their … [Read more...] about Reducing Your Dependency on Google Traffic – Part I: Social Search
A walkthrough guide to Meta instant form ads
Meta instant forms ads are in-platform lead forms for Meta. They are designed to help you qualify leads directly on Meta by asking people to fill out a form attached to your ad. This way you can cut down the conversion path and capture customer data without asking users to leave the platform. The information captured will be kept for 90 days in Meta, so you it's important to … [Read more...] about A walkthrough guide to Meta instant form ads
Google Compliance: All You Need to Know to Stay Compliant with Google Ads
To avoid ad suspensions and maximize your advertising efforts, it's essential that you understand Google Compliance policies. In this article we'll offer a detailed overview of Google’s advertising regulations. The focus will be on the critical areas that impact your campaigns. By adhering to these guidelines, you can ensure your ads are compliant, preventing potential … [Read more...] about Google Compliance: All You Need to Know to Stay Compliant with Google Ads
SGE and PPC – What Might The Future Look Like?
Over the past month the digital marketing industry has been alight with discussion of how SGE may impact Google search results. While SGE is still very much in testing, the nature of the interface and its physical appearance have caused advertisers to think about the impact it could have on potential revenues, and what the future might look like for them in the event of a … [Read more...] about SGE and PPC – What Might The Future Look Like?
How to Make the Most of Your Influencer Ads
Do you trust what you see online nowadays? People don’t trust the media like they used to because of the rise in online scams and fake news. With the rise in misinformation caused by AI, many people are unsure if the content they consume online is trustworthy. Soon, with the rise of online video generators like Sora, it’s going to be even harder for people to completely … [Read more...] about How to Make the Most of Your Influencer Ads
YouTube Content Targeting: Myths, Misunderstandings, and Misuse
Late in 2022 Google announced the phasing out of YouTube content targeting options—keywords, topics, and placements. Search Engine Land suggested it would be the 'end to the hyper-targeting that made YouTube so appealing for ad dollars.' There was a lot more coverage like that. Reading those reports at the time, you'd have been forgiven for believing you could no … [Read more...] about YouTube Content Targeting: Myths, Misunderstandings, and Misuse
Advanced Google Ads Techniques To Master In 2024
We’re nearly halfway through 2024, and already we PPC heroes have experienced a plethora of changes to get our heads around. How can we cut through the noise and focus on the specific tactics that will make an impact for the better? Today we’ll take a look at a few advanced Google Ads techniques tips and tricks to master in 2024 - everything from making account management … [Read more...] about Advanced Google Ads Techniques To Master In 2024
Running Performance Max Against Brand is a Waste
If you’re like the majority of Google Ads advertisers, you’re running Performance Max campaigns. You’re also likely wasting a ton of money on it. Google makes it challenging to exclude branded keywords from Performance Max, while claiming the brand terms that do show up in these campaigns are incremental. At our PPC agency, Taikun, where we manage tens of millions in Google … [Read more...] about Running Performance Max Against Brand is a Waste
Five Product Feed Fixes To Optimise Your Google Shopping Campaign
In the modern landscape of e-commerce, ensuring your products stand out against others is crucial. Millions of shoppers turn to Google Shopping on a daily basis. The ever-increasing competition within the market means the importance of a well optimised product feed is more important than ever. Despite that it's an area that campaign managers often overlook. There are many … [Read more...] about Five Product Feed Fixes To Optimise Your Google Shopping Campaign
5 Campaign Red Flags And Why They Matter
As PPC experts, we rarely have the luxury of harnessing 100% of our efforts and energy into a single account. When we do, it’s usually substantial, with multiple markets, products, and budgets to consider. With a plethora of metrics to learn and utilize, optimizing our campaigns can feel overwhelming. Over the years, I’ve narrowed the optimization tasks down to focus on … [Read more...] about 5 Campaign Red Flags And Why They Matter
The Ultimate Guide to Click Fraud – How to Detect Click Fraud.
Click fraud involves deceptive practices that affect campaign integrity and efficiency of digital marketing campaigns. It presents a significant challenge to online advertisers. Click fraud occurs when an individual, script, or program maliciously clicks on an online advertisement without any genuine interest in the offer behind the click. This deceptive practice … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Guide to Click Fraud – How to Detect Click Fraud.
