Performance Max blends automation and scale, but at what cost? Get a level-headed look at where it fits in modern PPC strategy.
2025/07/22
Performance Max blends automation and scale, but at what cost? Get a level-headed look at where it fits in modern PPC strategy.
Google is testing replacing the “More” button under the search bar within the search results page with at least two different options. One is “More filters” and the other is “Show more.”
Google Ads seems to be moving brand inclusions and exclusions into AI Max for any new search campaign you create. Google has a note that says, “Turn on Al Max in your campaign to use brand inclusions and exclusions.”
Google’s John Mueller said it may make sense to noindex your LLMs.txt file. This way, the file doesn’t get indexed by search engines, and then somehow a user lands on it and is confused.
Google used to label the Find Related Products & Services search ads with a larger sponsored label. It seems Google has removed that label and is now adding a smaller font disclaimer below the section to say these are from advertisers.
Google Ads can now show recommendations or insights based on what your competitors are doing. So if a new competitor starts to enter your market, Google might notify you of this within the Google Ads console.
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Google’s John Mueller answered a question about the use of llms.txt and whether it makes sense to use a noindex header with it. The post Google Says It Could Make Sense To Use Noindex Header With LLMS.txt appeared first on Search Engine Journal .
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