Ad Fraud NewsThe latest ad fraud news direct from the PPC Protect team.Ad FraudDrainerBot: The Mobile Ad Fraud Operation Stealing Your DataHave you ever run out of mobile data faster than expected? Or perhaps your mobile phone is always red hot, even when it’s not doing anything. If you’ve experienced any of these symptoms recently, then you could be a victim of DrainerBot, an ad fraud scheme costing advertisers millions while draining everybody’s mobile resources. This […] Sam Carr - June 25th, 2020Ad FraudIs Click Fraud Illegal Or Just Unethical?Click fraud is an increasing problem for many businesses all over the world. But is click fraud illegal or just unethical? The truth may shock you… Neil Andrew - June 11th, 2020Ad FraudHow To Choose A Click Fraud Detection Software Provider In 2020If you’ve done a Google search for click fraud recently, then you’ve probably noticed the many different companies out there. With click fraud being a growing problem over the past few years, many new providers and solutions are continuing to pop up, all claiming to offer the best protection and the lowest price. But with […] Sam Carr - May 19th, 2020Ad Fraud404bot: The Ad Fraud Scheme Exploiting ads.txtIt’s only a few years ago that ads.txt was introduced to help advertisers keep track of their ad inventory. At the time it was seen as a brilliant new way to tackle ad fraud and keep track of authorised resellers. However, less than 3 years on, not everything has gone to plan. A new type […] Sam Carr - March 19th, 2020Ad FraudHow To Claim A Google AdWords Refund For Your AdsThe truth is that 1-in-4 clicks on the Google Ads network are fraudulent, but don’t fret, discover all there is to know about refunds here! Neil Andrew - March 1st, 2020Ad FraudHow Does Pay Per Click Work? A Complete GuideFor a newbie, the idea of Pay Per Click advertising might be daunting, but it’s easier to grasp than you think! Sam Carr - February 28th, 2020Ad FraudWhat Is Bot Traffic?Bot traffic is any non-human traffic that visits a website. The term bot traffic is usually viewed as being negative, but it ultimately depends on what the bot is trying to achieve. With so much misunderstood about bot traffic, we’re taking a look at the different bots involved and what it means for your website. […] Sam Carr - January 16th, 2020Ad FraudHow To Stop Competitors Clicking Your AdsYou might think that your competitors are wasting their time by clicking your ads, but assuming you pay £2 or so per click, it won’t take much for them to burn through your budget. Neil Andrew - January 9th, 2020Ad Fraud6 Myths About Click FraudDoes Google protect you from click fraud on your PPC campaigns? True or false? Separate fact from fiction as we debunk these 6 myths about click fraud. Neil Andrew - January 2nd, 2020Ad FraudThe Most Expensive AdWords KeywordsIf your business’ ads contain any of these keywords, you’ll need protection from click fraudsters. Sam Carr - December 30th, 201912...3
