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Standard and Short Title and Description

Write clear, factual and objective ads that accurately describe what is offered on your site. When writing standard, and short title and description, keep in mind the following:

  • Clearly explain how your offer specifically relates to the keywords you have chosen. To improve your click-through rates, include the keyword in your title and description where possible.
  • Accurately describe what the user will find at your site.
  • Use correct spelling, punctuation and grammar.
  • Use correct capitalization.

Correct Listing Example:
Drive targeted customers to your site.

Why is this correct?
No spelling, casing, punctuation or grammatical errors; and the words are clear, concise and objective.

Incorrect Listing Example:
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Discover How to Drive TARGETED CUSTOMERS To Your Site.

Why is this incorrect?
Wrong capitalization and listing is too long.

  • Use English consistently for the keyword, title and description and site.
  • Do not use vulgar or obscene language.
  • Do not include symbols, gimmicky language and superlatives ("world's greatest", "best", "cheapest").
  • Do not include repetition of words and phrases ("Sale, sale, sale…").
  • Any special prices, discounts or free offers promoted in listings must be easily found on your site.
  • Do not include phrases such as "click now" or "link here".

Correct Ad Example:
Send flowers, we deliver to your door.

Why is this correct?
No symbols, gimmicky language or superlatives. The purpose of the site is clear.

Incorrect Ad Example:
SAVE $$$ on GR8 Flower Deals

Why is this incorrect?
Contains symbols, gimmicky language and superlatives.

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