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Negative Keywords

Keywords explicitly excluded from a Google or Microsoft Ads campaign to prevent wasted spend.

Negative keywords are search terms explicitly excluded from triggering an ad. Proper negative keyword lists prevent waste on irrelevant queries — 'free,' 'jobs,' 'DIY,' 'reviews complaints,' and competitor names depending on strategy. Mature accounts maintain 200-2,000+ negative keywords; new accounts that skip this leak 20-40% of spend on irrelevant clicks.

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