Google AdWords to Automatically Count Cross-Device Conversions
Soon, cross-device conversions will be automatically included in the Conversions column in Google AdWords.
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Matt G. Southern, Senior News Writer, has been with Search Engine Journal since 2013. With a bachelor’s degree in communications, Matt specializes in gathering details, checking facts, and making complex subjects easy to understand. In addition to writing articles, Matt oversees strategy development for SEJ’s news department.
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Court Rules Google and Bing Don’t Have to Censor “Torrent” Searches
The High Court of Paris decided this week that Google and Bing are under no obligation to try and prevent piracy by filtering out torrent-related...
Bing Ad Revenue up 16%, 40% of Revenue From Windows 10 Users
It was recently announced that the revenue from Microsoft’s Bing search engine is up 16% year-over-year as of last quarter.
Google Announces AMP for Ads and Landing Pages
Today at Google’s DoubleClick Leadership Summit it was announced that advertisements on AMP pages will soon be able to load as fast as the content...
Price Extensions Are Coming to Google’s Mobile Text Ads
Google advertisers will soon be able to showcase the prices of their products and services in mobile text ads via a new feature called price...
Google Releases Search Tools to Simplify the Voter Registration Process
With Google’s most recent update, it will provide information directly in the search results about how you can register to vote in your state.
Now You Can Browse Local Store Inventory in Google Search
Google has updated its Local Inventory Ads with a feature that allows searchers to browse in-stock products when the name of a retail location is...
European Union Files Third Anti-Trust Charge Against Google
The European Union (EU) has thrown yet another antitrust charge at Google, which marks the third charge in less than two years.
News Sites Benefitting From June’s Google Quality Update [STUDY]
A study published this week by Roy Hinkis at SimilarWeb digs deep into the data surrounding June’s Google update to determine which type of sites...
UPDATE: ‘Pokemon Go’ Addresses Concerns With Google Account Access
An update to Pokemon Go, available now in the App Store, downgrades the app from having full access to your Google account to having just...
Google Assists Travelers With Improved Hotel and Flight Search
Google announced a series of updates to search results at a press conference today in New York. The updates are aimed towards helping travelers find...
Google Cuts Back on Incentives for Local Guides
Local Guides are being alerted that Google is now cutting back on one of its most generous offers.
Caution: ‘Pokémon Go’ Has Full Access to Your Google Account
While everyone is hurriedly joining the Pokémon Go craze they may not be aware of what they’re giving up in return for playing the game.
Google Expands Google Posts to Organizations and Public Figures
Google is continuing the slow rollout of a feature called Google Posts which allows certain entities to publish directly to the front page of search...
Translate Text From Any App With Google Now on Tap
In an update to Google Now on Tap for Android Marshmallow users, you can now do more without having to leave the app you’re in.
30% of Search Results are Now HTTPS, According to Moz Study
Dr. Pete Meyers of Moz has put together data which suggests Google is slowing but surely accomplishing its goal of having more HTTPS sites on...
Add Multiple Locations to Your Trip on Google Maps on Mobile
The ability to plot multiple destinations on Google Maps has come to Android.
Google to Provide Timely Information About Earthquakes
Google has introduced a new feature to its search results that will be helpful next time you have to look up information about an earthquake...
Data Suggests A Google Algorithm Update Occurred in June 2016
Data collected from Glenn Gabe at G-Squared Interactive shows strong evidence that a Google algorithm updated occurred this month.
Google Will Let You Choose the Types of Ads You See Online
Google users are receiving notifications that a new web portal has launched which, among other things, allows you to control the types of ads you...
Google to Test Your Internet Speed On Demand
Google has been spotted testing out its own native internet speed testing tool directly in the search results pages.
Google Will Now Display Song Lyrics in Search Results
The next time you search for the title of a song in Google, the lyrics will display directly within the search results page.
New Study Reveals Top Local SEO Ranking Factors for 2016
A new study reveals information about the factors behind high ranking Google My Business (GMB) pages.
Big Change to Keyword Planner: Google Restricts Access to Those With AdWords Accounts
Google Keyword Planner, a tool relied upon daily by SEOs and advertisers alike, has become restricted for use only by those logged in with an...
Google’s Local 3-Pack Now Includes Paid Listings
Google’s local 3-pack of organic listings may begin to show ads for certain searches, bringing the number of organic listings down to just 2.
Live Streaming Coming to YouTube’s Mobile App
This week ad VidCon YouTube announced it will be adding live streaming capabilities to the company’s mobile app.
Google Will Now Send Alerts Via Google Analytics About Hacked Sites
Google has announced it is expanded its set of security alerts in Google Analytics.
Google to Tell You When You Found a Good Hotel Deal
Next time you search for a hotel on Google it may tell you where you can find the best deal.
Updates to Bing App Create a Better Search Experience for iPhone Users
Version 6.6 of the Bing app for iOS rolled out this week, which brings with it a number of improvements that are designed to create...
Google to Provide Instant Medical Information for Symptom Searches
Searching for symptoms on Google is going to yield more immediate answers in the coming days, as the search giant rolls out an update to...