Apple Rolls Out Maps Ads in 2 Countries With 15% Credit for New Buyers
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Updated · Notebookcheck.net · Aug 25
Apple Rolls Out Maps Ads in 2 Countries With 15% Credit for New Buyers
3 articles · Updated · Notebookcheck.net · Aug 25
Summary
Apple said Maps ads began rolling out days ago across the US and Canada, with sponsored listings set to expand in phases over the coming weeks.
Two placements carry the new ads: Suggested Places before a search and sponsored results after a destination query, both marked only by a small blue “Ad” badge.
A MediaPost-reported launch offer gives eligible businesses that book by Oct. 11 a 15% monthly credit, capped at $1,000, for their first year of spending.
Apple is pairing the launch with tighter ad rules than some rivals—banning crypto ATMs, bail bonds and home-service trades—while saying location and ad-interaction data stay on device and are not tied to Apple Accounts.