Paid advertising is a marketing strategy where businesses pay to display their ads to a targeted audience. This approach primarily applies to internet-based ads on platforms such as search engines, social media, and display networks.

Google Ads (formerly Google AdWords): Google’s advertising platform allows businesses to display ads on search engine results pages (SERPs) and across the Google Display Network. It offers various ad formats, including text ads, display ads, and video ads.Facebook Ads: Facebook’s advertising platform enables businesses to create targeted ads that appear in users’ Facebook feeds, Instagram, and other affiliated platforms. Advertisers can choose from different objectives, such as brand awareness, lead generation, or website traffic.Instagram Ads: Owned by Facebook, Instagram offers sponsored posts and stories for businesses. It’s particularly effective for visual content and reaching a younger audience.LinkedIn Ads: LinkedIn is a professional networking platform where businesses can run ads to target specific job titles, industries, or company sizes. It’s ideal for B2B marketing.Twitter Ads: Twitter allows businesses to promote tweets, accounts, or trends. Advertisers can target specific demographics, interests, and keywords.YouTube Ads: YouTube offers video ads that appear before or during videos. Advertisers can target audiences based on interests, demographics, and viewing behavior. Microsoft Advertising (formerly Bing Ads): Similar to Google Ads, Microsoft Advertising displays ads on Bing search results and partner sites. It’s a good alternative for reaching audiences beyond Google.