Question: Which category type does irresponsible data collection fall under in the Google Ads Policy?
- Prohibited content
- Editorial standards
- Prohibited practice
- Restricted content
Explanation
Irresponsible data collection & use is treated as a policy violation because it can put user privacy and security at risk. Google places this under Prohibited practices, which covers advertiser behavior that is not allowed on the Google Ads platform. This includes collecting sensitive information without proper security, transparency, or responsible handling. The policy is focused on how advertisers collect and use user data, not on the product category being advertised.
Why the other options are incorrect
Restricted content is incorrect because this category covers content allowed only with limitations, not unsafe data-handling behavior.
Prohibited content is incorrect because this category covers content that cannot be advertised, not advertiser data practices.
Editorial standards is incorrect because this category focuses on ad quality, formatting, clarity, and destination requirements.
Source for verification
https://support.google.com/adspolicy/answer/6008942
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