Google changes functioning of local services ads; could affect millions

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Ads appear on the top of Google search results.Starting Nov.21, only businesses with a verified Google Business Profile will be able to run the ads.

Google is changing the way its Google Local Services ads work, which could affect millions of small businesses.

If a small business' Google Business Profile's name and address doesn't match the information with the ad, advertising will be paused.

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Category: BusinessFinance

Markets: IndiaCanada

Topics: Small businesses Google Business Profile Google Local Services ads Google ad

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News Sentiment: Neutral

Fact Checked: Legitimate

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Published On: 2024-10-29 @ 23:18:51 (2 days ago)

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News Source URL: business-standard.com

Language: English

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Sentences: 19 lines

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