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Keyword-rich anchor text links appear in ad descriptions

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Google Ads is testing hyperlinked, keyword-rich anchor text inside sponsored ad descriptions. Clickable phrases within the copy deep-link beyond the headline URL.

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For you, this means ad real estate gains more click paths, so watch how description links affect where users land.

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Keyword-rich anchor text links appear in ad descriptions

Google Ads is testing hyperlinked, keyword-rich anchor text inside sponsored ad descriptions. Clickable phrases within the copy deep-link beyond the headline URL. For you, this means ad real estate gains more click paths, so watch how description links affect where users land.

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