Apple Maps may soon copy one of Google Maps' more annoying features

Apple will start showing ads in Apple Maps search results, apple will show ads in Apple Maps search results in the U.S. and Canada.

Promoted listings appear at the top of results and are highlighted with a blue halo, promoted listings appear at the top of search results with a blue highlight.

Apple will keep Maps ads privacy-focused with no user data linked to accounts or shared externally, apple said ads in Maps will not be linked to user accounts or shared externally.

Apple Business will allow businesses to create and manage Apple Maps listings and run ads, apple Business will let businesses manage listings on Apple Maps and run ads through the platform.

Is set to launch on April 14, 2026, apple Business has a public launch date.