Source: Search Engine Roundtable by barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz). Read the original article
TL;DR Summary of Google’s New Message Asset Requirements for Google Ads
Google Ads will enforce new message asset requirements starting October 30, 2025, aiming to enhance user experience. Message assets must be verified and comply with Google’s policies to serve in ads. Unverified phone numbers or message IDs will lead to disapproval, and advertisers must follow editorial standards for clarity and accuracy.
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Overview of Upcoming Policy Changes
Google has announced that from October 30, 2025, all message assets used in Google Ads will need to meet new verification and compliance standards. This update is designed to ensure that users have a trustworthy and smooth experience when interacting with ads via messaging platforms.
Key Requirements for Message Assets
- Verification: Message assets must be verified by Google, including the associated phone number or message ID/username. Unverified assets will be disapproved and will not serve.
- Policy Compliance: Message assets are subject to standard Google Ads policies, including those related to phone number verification and editorial guidelines.
- Editorial Standards: Advertisers must ensure messages are clear, correctly spelled, and formatted properly to comply with editorial policies.
Impact and Enforcement Timeline
Starting October 30, 2025, Google will begin enforcing these requirements with a gradual ramp-up over approximately four weeks. Advertisers are encouraged to verify message assets and review applicable policies ahead of this date to avoid disapprovals and ensure uninterrupted ad delivery.
