SEO, Digital Marketing, PPC Update August 2024
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Bing Webmaster Guidelines
Bing’s got your back! They’ve added a new rule to keep those pesky prompt injection attacks away. It’s like a shield for your website, keeping it safe and sound.
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Google Search Console
Shopping online just got easier! Now you can set your shipping and return policies right in the Search Console. It’s like putting up a “We’re open for business!” sign for the whole internet to see.
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Google Ads
Google’s shaking things up in the ad world. Broad Match is now the go-to for smart bidding in search ads. It’s like casting a wider net to catch more fish… or, in this case, potential customers!
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Microsoft Ads
Microsoft’s getting smart with video ads. They’re using AI to make suggestions based on your landing page. It’s like having a robot assistant that knows exactly what your customers want to see!
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Google Notes Function
Time to say goodbye to Google Notes. It’s like that app you downloaded but never really used – now it’s time to clear up some space!
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Google Business Profile Chat Function
Google’s putting the chat function to bed. New chats are saying “goodnight” from July 15, and by July 31, it’s lights out completely.
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Meta Ads
Facebook and Instagram are rolling out ads over Reels to everyone. It’s like sneaking commercials into your favorite TV show, but way cooler!
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Microsoft Ads Brand Safety
Advertisers can now make safety lists for Performance Max campaigns. It’s like putting guardrails on your ads to make sure they don’t end up somewhere they shouldn’t.
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Google Short URLs
Those handy goo.gl short links are riding off into the sunset. After August 25, they’ll be gone like last year’s trending hashtag.
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Google Chrome User Experience
Instead of getting rid of third-party cookies, Google’s cooking up a whole new experience for Chrome users. It’s like redecorating your favorite coffee shop – same great taste, fresh new look!
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Bing Generative Search
Bing’s mixing things up by blending regular search results with AI-generated content. It’s like having a super-smart friend helping you find exactly what you need!
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OpenAI SearchGPT
OpenAI’s got something brewing with SearchGPT. It’s still in test mode, but you can join the waitlist if you want to be one of the first to try it out!
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Reddit Lead Generation Ads
Reddit’s teamed up with Zapier to help businesses find new customers. It’s like fishing in a sea of engaged users you’re bound to catch something good!
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Google Business Profile Menus
Google’s trying to make life easier for restaurants by creating menus from pictures. But watch out – it might mix up your burger with a pizza sometimes!
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Extra Updates
Google Performance Max Campaigns Google’s giving Performance Max campaigns a boost with new audience signals. Now you can target folks based on their shopping habits and the websites they visit. It’s like having a crystal ball that shows you exactly who’s interested in your products!
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Bing AI-Powered Search Ads
Bing’s not letting Google have all the fun. They’ve rolled out AI-powered search ads that adjust themselves based on user behavior. It’s like having a chameleon ad that changes colors to catch everyone’s eye!
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SEO Voice Search Optimization
Voice search is getting bigger by the day. Google’s latest SEO update gives a ranking boost to sites optimized for voice queries. Time to make your website chat-friendly!
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Pinterest Shopping Ads
Pinterest joined the e-commerce party with shoppable ads right in users’ feeds. It’s like turning the whole platform into a giant, pretty catalog!
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LinkedIn Skill Assessments for Ads
LinkedIn’s helping advertisers find the right audience. You can now target ads based on verified skills. It’s like a job fair where you know exactly what everyone’s good at!
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Google search console insights
Google added a new “Trending” tab to Search Console Insights. Now you can spot rising stars in your content before they hit the big time. It’s like having a talent scout for your website!
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Twitter (now X) Ad Targeting
X (formerly Twitter) introduced psychographic targeting for ads. It’s like mind-reading, but for marketing!
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YouTube Shorts Monetization
YouTube’s giving shorts creators more ways to earn with product tagging in their short-form videos. It’s like turning every video into a mini-shopping channel!
Fun Fact: Did you know that 92% of marketers say social media is important for their business? That’s why all these new ad features are such a deal!
Remember, the internet’s always changing, so keep your eyes peeled for what’s coming next. Who knows? Maybe next month we’ll all be browsing in virtual reality!