Ads Are Coming To Apple Maps, As Apple Expands Its Business Offerings

Apple Maps ads are coming to the US and Canada this summer. Here is what businesses and everyday users need to know right now.
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Ads Are Coming To Apple Maps, As Apple Expands Its Business Offerings
Apple Maps Ads Are Coming — And Your Daily Commute Will Never Look the Same Apple Maps is about to show you ads. Starting this summer in the United States and Canada, businesses will be able to pay to appear in front of you when you search for places nearby. If you have ever used Google Maps and noticed a sponsored result at the top, this will feel familiar — except Apple is promising it will be done with your privacy intact. Whether you run a small café or simply use Maps to find a gas station, this change touches everyone. Here is everything you need to know. What Are Apple Maps Ads and How Do They Work Apple announced on Tuesday that advertisers can now target customers directly on Apple Maps, with the rollout beginning in the US and Canada later this summer. Any business that has a physical location and an existing Apple Maps business listing will be eligible to run ads — meaning this is not just for large corporations. A local bakery or independent bookshop can compete alongside nati…