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Google Ads

Google's advertising platform for creating and evaluating paid placements across its supported surfaces.

In everyday use

A business reviews a paid-search campaign through Google Ads.

What to keep in mind

An account needs appropriate settings and measurement; paying does not guarantee sales.

Also searched as: AdWords

Further reading

Original explanation and example by Perspectism. Further reading may cover the wider subject, rather than this exact wording. Edition updated 7 October 2026.

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