Paid Search Labs

A better way to work inside Google Ads.

Paid Search Labs brings together focused tools that help you analyze search terms, clean up campaigns, and improve performance without overcomplicated software.

No sign up required · Built by a PPC specialist · Google Ads–ready output
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What is Paid Search Labs?

Paid Search Labs is a growing hub of practical tools for improving Google Ads performance. It’s built around real workflows: reviewing search terms, cutting wasted spend, and making clear optimization decisions without unnecessary complexity.

The Search Term Auditor is the first tool in the platform, designed to turn messy search term reports into clean, Google Ads–ready actions. More tools will follow, all focused on the parts of Google Ads that matter most.

Tools built to stop wasted ad spend

A focused toolkit for Google Ads operators - from cleaning up search terms to validating settings and aligning budgets.

Automation

Negative Keyword Automator

Generate a ready-to-use Google Ads script to automate repetitive negative keyword maintenance tasks.

  • Build script-ready keyword blocks in minutes
  • Reduce repetitive manual uploads
  • Keep account hygiene consistent across campaigns
Negative keywords

Search Term Auditor

Upload a Google Ads “Search terms” report, automatically surface irrelevant queries, and export ready-to-use negative keyword lists.

  • Detect low-intent and irrelevant searches
  • Group waste by themes like jobs, research, and competitors
  • Export lists formatted for Google Ads Editor
Budgeting & forecast

Ad Spend Planner

Turn your monthly target into a clear, channel-ready budget with expected clicks, conversions, and CPA ranges.

  • Start from a monthly or quarterly budget target
  • Model spend, clicks, and conversions by CPC and CVR
  • Share a simple plan with stakeholders in minutes
Setup & safety

Settings Checklist

Quickly audit campaigns against a best-practice checklist so you can fix wasteful settings before they burn budget.

  • Verify location, bidding, and network settings
  • Catch hidden budget drains like search partners and loose matching
  • Export a simple “fix list” for you or your team
List library

Negative Keyword Lists

Start with proven negative keyword libraries by intent type and match format so you can block waste faster.

  • Browse curated categories like jobs, free, support, and competitors
  • Copy clean lists directly into your campaigns
  • Speed up weekly search term hygiene workflows

Built for how Google Ads is actually managed.

Paid Search Labs is for marketers who live inside real Google Ads accounts: reviewing search terms, cleaning up waste, and making small improvements that compound over time.

Freelancers & consultants

Quickly audit multiple client accounts, spot low-intent queries, and export clean negative lists without living in spreadsheets.

In-house marketing teams

Turn messy search term reports into clear, explainable actions that stakeholders understand and can prioritize quickly.

Agencies & growing teams

Use Paid Search Labs as a simple, repeatable workflow for junior buyers and multi-account hygiene without adding new process overhead.

  • No “AI magic buttons” or one-click promises
  • Clear, explainable recommendations
  • Actions you can apply directly in Google Ads
  • Built for real Google Ads workflows
  • Free to use, no sign-up required

Why Paid Search Labs exists.

Google Ads doesn’t need more dashboards: it needs better workflows.

Paid Search Labs is built around the work that actually improves performance: reviewing search terms, fixing waste, and making small improvements consistently.

Want expert help beyond the tools?

Paid Search Labs is built for self-serve improvements. If you’d like a Google Ads specialist to take a closer look or help implement changes, you can also work with me directly.

Google Ads Account Audit

A focused, one-time review of your Google Ads account with clear, prioritized recommendations, not a 40-page PDF you’ll never use.

What’s included
  • Search terms & wasted spend review
  • Campaign and keyword structure feedback
  • Negative keyword opportunities
  • Clear next steps, ranked by impact

Best for teams who want a second set of eyes before making changes.

Request an audit

One-Time Optimization Sprint

A short, hands-on engagement where I clean up your account and fix the biggest performance leaks.

What’s included
  • Search term cleanup & negative keyword implementation
  • Targeting and structure improvements
  • Bid and budget efficiency checks
  • Changes applied directly in your account

Best for advertisers who want real improvements fast without ongoing commitments.

Start an optimization sprint

Ongoing Google Ads Management

Hands-on Google Ads management for teams who want an experienced specialist actively improving performance over time.

What’s included
  • Ongoing optimization & testing
  • Search term hygiene and waste reduction
  • Performance monitoring and iteration
  • Regular check-ins and recommendations

Best for teams who want to stay focused on their business while someone else manages Google Ads.

Ask about management

No long-term contracts required. Availability is limited to ensure quality.

What’s coming next.

Paid Search Labs is growing into a small, focused toolkit for Google Ads improvement.

Future tools will build on the same philosophy: clear insights, clean actions, and workflows that match how Google Ads is actually managed.

Upcoming ideas include:

Keyword grouping and intent analysis
RSA headline helpers
Change logs and testing history
Performance review tools

New tools are released gradually, with a focus on usefulness over volume.