Key Differences Between Google Web Stories and Social Media Stories:

1. Platform:
   • Google Web Stories are primarily web-based and can be viewed across the open web. They appear in Google Search, Discover, and Image results, providing a broad reach.
   • Social Media Stories are platform-specific (like Instagram, Facebook, and Snapchat) and are confined to the users of those platforms.
2. Content Ownership:
   • With Google Web Stories, the creator retains full ownership of the content, as it is hosted on their own website or platform.
   • In Social Media Stories, the platform controls the content, and once it expires (typically within 24 hours), it’s no longer accessible.
3. Discoverability:
   • Google Web Stories are discoverable via search engines and have long-term visibility. They can also be indexed and appear in search results.
   • Social Media Stories are usually limited in reach, mostly visible to your followers or within the app for a short duration.
4. Monetization:
   • Google Web Stories allow for better monetization options, as they can integrate ads, affiliate links, and other web-based revenue streams.
   • Social Media Stories may have restricted monetization, often reliant on in-app features like sponsored content or direct engagement.
5. Customization and Branding:
   • Google Web Stories offer more flexibility in design, allowing for deeper customization and branding opportunities.
   • Social Media Stories are constrained by the templates and options provided by the platform, limiting unique branding.