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9 days ago
Microsoft Advertising custom columns now support all conversion metrics, letting users create unique metrics based on key data ratios. Metrics can be based on all or primary conversions, with revenue and ROAS linked to conversion values set at the goal level. This update enhances campaign analysis using user feedback.
1 months ago
Microsoft Advertising will retire its SOAP API by January 31, 2027, fully transitioning to the REST API introduced in 2024. From October 1, 2026, new features will be available only through REST. Existing SOAP integrations remain until deprecation. REST offers a modern, scalable integration with better SDK support and broader language compatibility. Users should begin migrating now and can get support for complex cases.
1 months ago
Microsoft Advertising ecommerce customers can now update their Merchant Center store name and domain directly from Merchant Center. Store name changes need editorial review and ads run with the current name during review. Domain changes require ownership verification, with ads running on the old domain until verified. Product URLs must match the new domain after approval. Store names and domains can be reused if approved and verified.
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4 months ago
Microsoft Advertising's January 2026 update adds Performance Max's new customer acquisition feature with bid options, share of voice metrics, and asset group-level URL tracking. Audience ads gain Content Targeting on Microsoft sites. Location targeting is improved. Autogenerated assets for Responsive Search ads roll out globally, enhancing ad relevance and performance with opt-out options. Updates simplify campaign management and boost ad effectiveness.
4 months ago
Microsoft Advertising now allows up to 50 search themes for Performance Max campaigns, helping campaigns better target useful search behaviors. This feature is live and will be officially announced soon. Search themes can be combined with LinkedIn profile targeting and other audience signals, like Impression Based Remarketing, to better align campaigns with ideal customers.
8 months ago
Microsoft Advertising will require customers to declare if their campaigns are political before creation or import starting September, in line with EU Regulation 2024/900 effective October 10, 2025. Political ads are not allowed and will be blocked. Existing campaigns remain unaffected. Non-compliance may lead to suspension. Regular reviews will ensure no political ads run, reinforcing compliance with EU rules.
9 months ago
Microsoft Advertising introduces new controls and reporting for Audience and Search Ads. Advertisers can now centrally manage website exclusions across accounts and campaigns, apply exclusions in bulk, and create up to 100 exclusion lists with 10,000 websites each. Exclusions can be managed at the account and campaign levels, with no changes at the ad group level. The Targeted Website List feature is in open pilot.
10 months ago
Microsoft Advertising will retire Target CPA and Target ROAS bidding strategies by August 4, 2025, merging them with Max Conversions and Max Conversion Value. New campaigns can't use Target CPA or ROAS after this date. Existing campaigns and portfolio strategies remain unaffected. Updates to Target CPA or ROAS auto-convert to Maximize conversions or Maximize conversion value. Users can set target ROAS or CPA within these merged strategies.
10 months ago
Microsoft Advertising removed over one billion ads and suspended 475,000 accounts in 2024 to keep the platform safe. They tackled rising AI-driven scams with updated policies and AI moderation. Efforts include fighting advertiser fraud, improving brand controls, and enabling consumer feedback. They addressed 70,000 complaints and 72,000 appeals, aiming to adapt to evolving threats and maintain trust.
