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+# Platform Specs Reference
+
+Complete character limits, format requirements, and best practices for each ad platform.
+
+---
+
+## Google Ads
+
+### Responsive Search Ads (RSAs)
+
+| Element | Character Limit | Required | Notes |
+|---------|----------------|----------|-------|
+| Headline | 30 chars | 3 minimum, 15 max | Any 3 may be shown together |
+| Description | 90 chars | 2 minimum, 4 max | Any 2 may be shown together |
+| Display path 1 | 15 chars | Optional | Appears after domain in URL |
+| Display path 2 | 15 chars | Optional | Appears after path 1 |
+| Final URL | No limit | Required | Landing page URL |
+
+**Combination rules:**
+- Google selects up to 3 headlines and 2 descriptions to show
+- Headlines appear separated by " | " or stacked
+- Any headline can appear in any position unless pinned
+- Pinning reduces Google's ability to optimize — use sparingly
+
+**Pinning strategy:**
+- Pin your brand name to position 1 if brand guidelines require it
+- Pin your strongest CTA to position 2 or 3
+- Leave most headlines unpinned for machine learning
+
+**Headline mix recommendation (15 headlines):**
+- 3-4 keyword-focused (match search intent)
+- 3-4 benefit-focused (what they get)
+- 2-3 social proof (numbers, awards, customers)
+- 2-3 CTA-focused (action to take)
+- 1-2 differentiators (why you over competitors)
+- 1 brand name headline
+
+**Description mix recommendation (4 descriptions):**
+- 1 benefit + proof point
+- 1 feature + outcome
+- 1 social proof + CTA
+- 1 urgency/offer + CTA (if applicable)
+
+### Performance Max
+
+| Element | Character Limit | Notes |
+|---------|----------------|-------|
+| Headline | 30 chars (5 required) | Short headlines for various placements |
+| Long headline | 90 chars (5 required) | Used in display, video, discover |
+| Description | 90 chars (1 required, 5 max) | Accompany various ad formats |
+| Business name | 25 chars | Required |
+
+### Display Ads
+
+| Element | Character Limit |
+|---------|----------------|
+| Headline | 30 chars |
+| Long headline | 90 chars |
+| Description | 90 chars |
+| Business name | 25 chars |
+
+---
+
+## Meta Ads (Facebook & Instagram)
+
+### Single Image / Video / Carousel
+
+| Element | Recommended | Maximum | Notes |
+|---------|-------------|---------|-------|
+| Primary text | 125 chars | 2,200 chars | Text above image; truncated after ~125 |
+| Headline | 40 chars | 255 chars | Below image; truncated after ~40 |
+| Description | 30 chars | 255 chars | Below headline; may not show |
+| URL display link | 40 chars | N/A | Optional custom display URL |
+
+**Placement-specific notes:**
+- **Feed**: All elements show; primary text most visible
+- **Stories/Reels**: Primary text overlaid; keep under 72 chars
+- **Right column**: Only headline visible; skip description
+- **Audience Network**: Varies by publisher
+
+**Best practices:**
+- Front-load the hook in primary text (first 125 chars)
+- Use line breaks for readability in longer primary text
+- Emojis: test, but don't overuse — 1-2 per ad max
+- Questions in primary text increase engagement
+- Headline should be a clear CTA or value statement
+
+### Lead Ads (Instant Form)
+
+| Element | Limit |
+|---------|-------|
+| Greeting headline | 60 chars |
+| Greeting description | 360 chars |
+| Privacy policy text | 200 chars |
+
+---
+
+## LinkedIn Ads
+
+### Single Image Ad
+
+| Element | Recommended | Maximum | Notes |
+|---------|-------------|---------|-------|
+| Intro text | 150 chars | 600 chars | Above the image; truncated after ~150 |
+| Headline | 70 chars | 200 chars | Below the image |
+| Description | 100 chars | 300 chars | Only shows on Audience Network |
+
+### Carousel Ad
+
+| Element | Limit |
+|---------|-------|
+| Intro text | 255 chars |
+| Card headline | 45 chars |
+| Card count | 2-10 cards |
+
+### Message Ad (InMail)
+
+| Element | Limit |
+|---------|-------|
+| Subject line | 60 chars |
+| Message body | 1,500 chars |
+| CTA button | 20 chars |
+
+### Text Ad
+
+| Element | Limit |
+|---------|-------|
+| Headline | 25 chars |
+| Description | 75 chars |
+
+**LinkedIn-specific guidelines:**
+- Professional tone, but not boring
+- Use job-specific language the audience recognizes
+- Statistics and data points perform well
+- Avoid consumer-style hype ("Amazing!" "Incredible!")
+- First-person testimonials from peers resonate
+
+---
+
+## TikTok Ads
+
+### In-Feed Ads
+
+| Element | Recommended | Maximum | Notes |
+|---------|-------------|---------|-------|
+| Ad text | 80 chars | 100 chars | Above the video |
+| Display name | N/A | 40 chars | Brand name |
+| CTA button | Platform options | Predefined | Select from TikTok's options |
+
+### Spark Ads (Boosted Organic)
+
+| Element | Notes |
+|---------|-------|
+| Caption | Uses original post caption |
+| CTA button | Added by advertiser |
+| Display name | Original creator's handle |
+
+**TikTok-specific guidelines:**
+- Native content outperforms polished ads
+- First 2 seconds determine if they watch
+- Use trending sounds and formats
+- Text overlay is essential (most watch with sound off)
+- Vertical video only (9:16)
+
+---
+
+## Twitter/X Ads
+
+### Promoted Tweets
+
+| Element | Limit | Notes |
+|---------|-------|-------|
+| Tweet text | 280 chars | Full tweet with image/video |
+| Card headline | 70 chars | Website card |
+| Card description | 200 chars | Website card |
+
+### Website Cards
+
+| Element | Limit |
+|---------|-------|
+| Headline | 70 chars |
+| Description | 200 chars |
+
+**Twitter/X-specific guidelines:**
+- Conversational, casual tone
+- Short sentences work best
+- One clear message per tweet
+- Hashtags: 1-2 max (0 is often better for ads)
+- Threads can work for consideration-stage content
+
+---
+
+## Character Counting Tips
+
+- **Spaces count** as characters on all platforms
+- **Emojis** count as 1-2 characters depending on platform
+- **Special characters** (|, &, etc.) count as 1 character
+- **URLs** in body text count against limits
+- **Dynamic keyword insertion** (`{KeyWord:default}`) can exceed limits — set safe defaults
+- Always verify in the platform's ad preview before launching
+
+---
+
+## Multi-Platform Creative Adaptation
+
+When creating for multiple platforms simultaneously, start with the most restrictive format:
+
+1. **Google Search headlines** (30 chars) — forces the tightest messaging
+2. **Expand to Meta headlines** (40 chars) — add a word or two
+3. **Expand to LinkedIn intro text** (150 chars) — add context and proof
+4. **Expand to Meta primary text** (125+ chars) — full hook and value prop
+
+This cascading approach ensures your core message works everywhere, then gets enriched for platforms that allow more space.