Can You Still Pay Google Ads With a Credit Card? Yes, Here’s How

In July 2024, Google phased out credit card payments for “high-growth” advertisers utilizing Google Ads. Affected advertisers had to switch to bank-based payment options like monthly invoicing or direct debit.

That was not a one time cutoff. The policy is still in place, and Google continues moving high-spend accounts onto bank-based billing as they grow. If your account has not been affected yet, it may be once your spend climbs.

Key Takeaways

• Google phased out credit card payments for “high-growth” Google Ads advertisers in July 2024, and the policy is still in force today.
• Affected accounts have to use bank-based payment options like monthly invoicing or direct debit.
• Losing the card means losing the convenience, float and rewards that come with it.
• Plastiq lets you keep paying with your credit card by paying Google on your behalf using check, ACH, or wire.
• Once your account is set up, you can use Plastiq for other business expenses that don’t typically accept cards, like rent, wholesale goods, and taxes.

Why does losing card payments still matter?

While Google says this move offers more “flexibility” and “control,” we understand it can throw a wrench in your advertising plans. Especially if you rely on the convenience, float and rewards that come with using your card.

How can you still use your credit card to pay Google?

Even though Google Ads is no longer accepting cards directly, Plastiq can help make this transition painless by allowing you to still use your credit card to pay Google. Here’s how:

1. Add Google as a vendor in Plastiq
2. Plastiq processes your payment on your preferred card
3. Plastiq pays Google on your behalf using check, ACH, or wire

With Plastiq, you can keep your Google Ads campaigns running smoothly without interrupting your workflow. We’ll handle sending Google their preferred payment method behind the scenes, ensuring your campaigns stay on track.

Ready to tackle this Google Ads change head-on?

Sign up for Plastiq today and keep your advertising running, all while enjoying the continued convenience and rewards of using your card. 

What else can you pay for with Plastiq?

Once you’ve got your Plastiq account set up for Google Ads, you can utilize Plastiq for any other business payments as well. Plastiq lets you use your credit card to pay for a variety of business expenses that don’t typically accept them, like rent, wholesale goods, and even taxes! Consolidate all your business expenses in one place, streamline your payments, and maximize your credit card rewards, all with Plastiq!