Google Ads Removes Featured Professionals and Makes Headshots Optional
· 26h ago · Originally reported by Search Engine Roundtable
Google Ads will stop displaying 'featured professionals' in its ad units, and including headshots in ads will now be optional. This change affects how professional services are visually represented in Google Ads placements.
Why it matters
This update alters the way service providers can present themselves in Google Ads, potentially impacting click-through rates and user trust in certain verticals.
Explain it like I’m new here
Google Ads won't show special 'featured' experts or require their photos anymore, making ads look simpler.
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