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Last reviewed: 2026-06-03 · Google Ads Help Center

Platform

Maps app — Explore feed

Sponsored place card in the Google Maps mobile Explore / For-You feed, distinct from the in-map promoted pin.

Promoted place card in mobile feed

Maps app · Explore feed● AD SLOT
AD · PROMOTED PLACE

Wireframe · Google Ads

  • Performance Max

    Place-card asset in the Maps Explore feed.

  • Smart

    Small-business promoted place in the Maps mobile feed.

  • Local Services Ads

    LSA providers can surface in the Maps feed where eligible.

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