What to Do When Your Ad Grant is Disapproved or Paused/Suspended

Know exactly what to do if your Google Ad Grant is disapproved, paused, or suspended. This practical nonprofit cheat sheet breaks down the difference between ad level and account level issues, explains why they happen, and walks you through step by step fix checklists to restore your account and prevent future disruptions.

What's Included:

Disapprovals vs. Suspensions

Understand the difference between ad-level disapprovals and full account pauses or suspensions so you can respond appropriately. Quickly identify what category you’re in and what level of urgency it requires.

Risk Assessment Framework

Learn how to determine whether your issue is low, medium, or high risk. This helps you avoid overreacting to small problems and ensures you treat serious compliance flags with the urgency they deserve.

Step-by-Step Fix Checklists

Follow detailed, practical checklists for resolving disapproved ads and reinstating paused or suspended accounts. These mirror the same processes used by experienced Ad Grant managers.

Prevention and Compliance Safeguards

Get proactive tips to reduce the chances of future disruptions. From policy awareness to ongoing account monitoring, you’ll learn how to keep your Ad Grant active and compliant long term.

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