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Are paid ads actually worth it for a small business?

Paid ads can be one of the fastest ways to get customers, but only when set up to buy tracked leads, not just clicks. The website has to convert and every call needs to be measured first. Both Google and Meta require ads to follow their advertising policies, which shape what you can run.

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Google Ads policiesGoogle Ads Help · support.google.com/adspolicy/answer/6008
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Meta Business Help CenterMeta · www.facebook.com/business/help
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Paid Marketing FAQs

How much should a small business spend on ads?
Start with a budget you can afford to test for a few months on one channel, then scale what proves profitable. It is better to fund one channel well than three poorly.
Are Google Ads or Facebook Ads better?
Google Ads capture people already searching; Facebook and Instagram ads create demand and show your work. The right one depends on how your customers buy.
Why are my ads not converting?
Usually the problem is after the click: a slow or unclear landing page, weak tracking, or the wrong audience. Fix the site and tracking before spending more.