Google Ads vs. Facebook Ads [Infographic]

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Many people ask us about the difference between Google Ads and Facebook Ads, especially in a nonprofit context. While they appear similar at first glance, the two platforms are actually quite different. The infographic below breaks down points of convergence and divergence for each ad network.

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