Google Ads support is at an ‘all-time low’ – we asked Google why

Google Ads customer service has plummeted to an unacceptable all-time low, according to search marketers. From incorrect account suspensions to uncomfortable sales calls “aggressively” pushing automation to confusion over the platform’s own products, advertisers have told Search Engine Land that they are exasperated by the lack of help offered by their reps. And the problem…

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Performance comparison on 9 SEO tasks

OpenAI’s APIs, especially the large language model (LLM) GPT-4 and its chatbot ChatGPT, have gained significant popularity in the past year. Despite the availability of marketing APIs from long-established providers like Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure, and AWS for over a decade, many search marketers prefer generative AI models for their SEO-related tasks. This article compares…

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TikTok reports non-skippable video ads may harm engagement

TikTok claims that non-skippable video ads may hinder engagement in a new report. Consumers are more likely to watch and engage with brand-sponsored videos when they have control over their experience, according to the study. Why we care. Engaging ads are essential for brand awareness, visibility, and conversions. If non-skippable ads are reducing engagement, it…

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Your SEO strategy checklist for 2024

As we kick off 2024, it’s time to rethink our SEO strategy. Rather than a complete overhaul, evaluating what’s working and what needs refinement will help you realign priorities.  This article outlines key strategic aspects you must review, from high-level business considerations to the specific data, tools, content and technical elements that drive results. Whether…

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TikTok is restricting hashtags in Creative Center

TikTok marketers can no longer search for specific hashtags within the platform’s Creative Center tools. Why we care. These restrictions will make it harder for you to explore and gauge the popularity of trends on the platform, which is essential for effective campaign planning. What’s changed? Links for hashtags related to the Israel-Hamas war and…

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Microsoft Ads is changing hotel and property ad management

Microsoft Advertising is introducing changes to streamline the setup and management of Hotel Price ads and Property Promotion ads. Starting February 6, the platform will discontinue the creation of subaccounts and bid management in the Hotel Center. Moving forward, advertisers will exclusively manage lodging solutions through Lodging Campaigns. Despite these changes, advertisers can continue to…

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