Google Ads component updates and new ChatGPT Ads format – SEM News – #2 September 2026

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18 September 2026

Google Ads component updates and new ChatGPT Ads format – SEM News – #2 September 2026
Google is expanding AI capabilities in advertising and introducing new formats for user interactions. The changes include Performance Max targeting options connected with Google Business Profile, the Messenger component in Google Ads, and a new ad format currently being tested in ChatGPT Ads.

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18 September 2026

Performance Max with Google Business Profile targeting

Google is making a new option available to an increasing number of accounts in Performance Max campaigns. It allows advertisers to direct users not only to a website but also to a landing page generated based on their Google Business Profile.

What does this mean for you?

This solution can be useful for local businesses focused on phone calls, in-store visits, or directions, especially those without an extensive website. The downside is less control over the landing page design and analytics, so for more advanced campaigns, directing traffic to dedicated landing pages is still recommended.

Messenger as a Google Ads campaign component

Google has introduced a new option in Google Ads that allows advertisers to add Messenger as a messaging extension. This enables users to start a conversation directly after clicking an ad, with the chat taking place through Meta’s Messenger platform.

The option allows advertisers to configure a welcome message and call-to-action at the account, campaign, or ad group level.

New functions of google ads.

Source: Google Ads Panel.

What does this mean for you?

The new format gives marketing managers another way to connect with potential customers directly from Google Ads campaigns, especially in industries where fast communication plays an important role. However, it is important to analyze not only the number of conversations started but, above all, their quality and impact on final sales results.

New ad format in ChatGPT Ads

OpenAI is testing a new ad format in ChatGPT Ads that allows users to start a conversation with an AI agent representing a specific company. After clicking the ad, users can ask questions about products or services directly within the chat.

The feature is currently available only to selected advertisers as part of a limited alpha test.

What does this mean for you?

Sponsored Agents could potentially change the way leads are generated from ads by moving part of the purchasing process directly into an AI conversation. For marketing managers, this may represent a new customer interaction channel where not only ad creatives but also the quality of the company’s knowledge, data, and communication used by the AI agent will become important factors.

Author
Kamil Pabiś-Junior SEM Specialist
Author
Kamil Pabiś

Junior SEM Specialist

Graduate in Marketing and Market Communication from the Cracow University of Economics. At Delante since November 2024. Privately, he is interested in music, swimming, and traveling.

Author
Kamil Pabiś-Junior SEM Specialist
Author
Kamil Pabiś

Junior SEM Specialist

Graduate in Marketing and Market Communication from the Cracow University of Economics. At Delante since November 2024. Privately, he is interested in music, swimming, and traveling.