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What Do In-line Ads on Google Maps Mean to You?

Google mapsArs Technica highlights the introduction of in-line ads to Maps apps:

“Now, when users conduct Maps searches, Maps will be able to feature an ad for a relevant location along the bottom of the screen. The ad will appear within the app as if it’s a location the user has already selected from the map of available options, with a name, short description, and a travel time estimate appearing along the bottom of the screen. The ads will be identified by a tiny purple box off to the side in the listing that reads ‘Ad.'”

I’ve been talking about the growth of Google Maps as a channel a lot lately and how that’s going to change your online sales and marketing activities. Google said that more than 40% of Maps use was on mobile over two years ago. I’m still looking for an updated number, but am very confident it’s grown.

This move just underscores the growth of Maps use as well as Google’s increased focus on Maps as a platform for marketers. If you’re wondering how your customers will find you in the future, it’s almost as though Google’s given us a map.

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You might also enjoy some of our past coverage of the social, local, mobile web and what it means for your business, including:

Tim Peter is the founder and president of Tim Peter & Associates. You can learn more about our company's strategy and digital marketing consulting services here or about Tim here.

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