Google Ads Keyword Planner

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Free Google Ads keyword research, but account setup, billing information and a campaign are required to access it.

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Pricing for nonprofits

100% free to use with a Google Ads account. Billing setup and a campaign are required to access it.

Review for nonprofits

Free Google Ads keyword research, but account setup, billing information and a campaign are required to access it.

Requires a Google Ads account, billing setup and a campaign.

Typical nonprofit uses:

  • Research nonprofit campaign keywords
  • Compare keyword ideas and themes
  • Review estimated search volume
  • Estimate bidding costs for paid search

Pros:

  • No separate tool subscription
  • Official Google search estimates
  • Supports keyword plans and ad groups
  • Can be used with an Ad Grant account

Cons:

  • Requires a Google Ads account and campaign
  • Requires billing information for basic ideas
  • Search volume and bid figures are estimates

FAQ about Google Ads Keyword Planner for nonprofits

Is Keyword Planner free, and is ad spending required?

Keyword Planner has no separate fee, but Google says account setup requires billing information and access requires a campaign. The cited official pages do not state a minimum ad-spend amount. A nonprofit should therefore expect billing and campaign setup even though the tool itself is free.

Who can use Google Ads Keyword Planner?

Access is available after completing Google Ads account setup and creating a campaign. The record does not state that users must belong to a nonprofit or meet another audience test. Billing information is required for basic keyword ideas, and no separate tool subscription is needed.

Does Google Ad Grants remove the Keyword Planner setup requirements?

An eligible nonprofit can receive Google Ad Grants for Search advertising, but the grant is separate from Keyword Planner. The record states that an approved Ads account can provide access, while account setup, billing information, and a campaign remain required. No separate Keyword Planner discount is stated.

What must a nonprofit still provide or pay for?

A nonprofit must provide a Google Ads account, complete billing setup, and create a campaign. The cited pages do not state a required ad-spend amount, a separate Keyword Planner fee, or additional charges. They also do not state that billing details are optional for basic keyword ideas.

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