Yes, absolutely.
Changing the CTA button can suddenly impact performance, sometimes a lot. Here’s why:
User Intent: Different CTAs set different expectations (e.g., Shop Now vs. Learn More). If the new CTA doesn’t match the mindset of your audience, clicks and conversions can drop.
Algorithm Reset: Even small edits, like swapping the CTA, can restart the learning phase, temporarily disrupting optimization.
Visual Cues: The CTA button is highly visible and can affect click-through rates by making your ad feel more or less urgent.
If performance tanked right after you changed the CTA, that’s likely the cause. Let the ad run a few days to re-optimize, or switch back to the original CTA and monitor results.