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One of the key factors that determines whether an ad shows up for a particular search query is how relevant the algorithm determines the ad to be to the query. At the same time, by providing users with ads that contain the keywords in their search queries, it’s more likely the user will find the …
Lesson #14: When Possible, Use The Ad Group’s Keywords in Its Ad Copy Read More »
As part of keyword research, one thing to note is to always look at plurals. In Google AdWords, the plural version of a keyword is not the same as its singular version. As a result, Google counts plurals as separate from singulars in search query reports, when determining which ad to show for the search …
Ad Position refers to where exactly your ad shows up in the search results. Generally speaking, in Google there are usually three ads above the organic results, (ad positions 1-3), and then 6 ads or so along the right sidebar (positions 4-10). As you go to additional pages in the search results, you may see different …
You may have a niche site, and it’s fine to have one, but even if you do, be sure to use keywords your users understand. If your audience doesn’t know the vocabulary, isn’t searching for any of your terms, or doesn’t understand the vocabulary in your ad, your ad won’t show up and won’t succeed. …
Google has several automated bidding options, in which an advertiser can chose to allow AdWords to automatically choose keyword bids in order to maximize clicks or conversions. However, it is advisable not to use autobid, especially when starting out. There are many reasons for this advice, but the three biggest are as follows: 1. Auto …
Shocking, right? Advertisers most of the time pay LESS than their maximum bid per click. The Actual Cost Per Click (CPC) is the final amount charged for a click. There are a few factors that affect the Actual CPC: A bid is the most an advertiser is willing to pay for a click on an …
Lesson #9: 90% Of The Time, Advertisers Pay Less Than Their Maximum Bid Per Click Read More »
Now that we’ve reviewed the different types of keyword match types, let’s discuss how to use them in practice. To start off, do not use more than one match type in the same ad group. Rather, separate the different match types into different ad groups — one for each match type. There are several reasons …
Lesson #8: Do Not Use More Than One Match Type In The Same Ad Group Read More »
What are relevant search queries? It’s pretty self-explanatory, but they are search queries that match content the user is looking for. We have discussed the various match types and how to use a search query report to ensure that your ads show up for the relevant search queries. Before we go much further in our …
Lesson #7: Do Not Block Relevant Search Queries With Negative Keywords Read More »
Google has four different keyword match types: To build a successful Google Adwords campaign, it’s important to understand the different keyword match types that Google offers. Broad Match – Ads will show up whenever the user searches the keyword or anything Google deems to be related to the keyword. ex. shoes -> red shoes, blue shoes, …
Whether your campaign is running in Facebook, Google AdWords, or Bing Search, whether it’s a display campaign or a search campaign, one rule always applies: always have more than one ad running at a time. If you are only running one version of your ad, you are missing out on one of the best opportunities …
Lesson #6: Have More Than One Ad Running At A Time Read More »
