search ad

Paid query placement

A search ad is an advertisement displayed alongside search engine results, triggered by specific keywords the user has queried.

Unlike banner ads that appear regardless of context, search ads target people actively looking for related products or services: The search ads for "running shoes" dominated the top of the page.

The format typically includes a headline, brief description, and link, often labeled "Sponsored" or "Ad."

Related
  • PPCPicture postcard abbreviation
  • keywordIndexed lookup term
  • GoogleDominant web search provider
  • Google AdsSearch engine advertising platform
  • clickBrief sharp noise

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Categories
Opposites
user intent targeting

search addisplay ad

Visual promotional content

banner ad · pop-up ad · video ad · social media ad · native ad

advertising medium

search adTV commercial

Televised promotional segment

radio ad · print ad · billboard · direct mail · outdoor advertising

Family

searchable

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Concrete · Rated G