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Why was my seed keyword rejected?

Learn what happens when your seed keyword has no data or low search volume, and how to resolve these issues.

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Written by John
Updated over a week ago

What happens if my seed keyword returns no data?

If your seed keyword returns no data from Google Ads or has insufficient search volume, you'll see:

  1. A modal error message explaining the specific issue:

    • "No keyword ideas were found for the provided seed keyword" or

    • "No keyword ideas found with a minimum search volume of 30/month"

  2. A message in the UI prompting you to try again

  3. The system will prevent proceeding until you provide a valid seed keyword

Why was my seed keyword rejected?

Your seed keyword might be rejected for two main reasons:

  1. No Data Available: Google Ads has no keyword data for your input

  2. Low Search Volume: All related keywords have less than 30 monthly searches

How do I fix this?

Try these approaches:

  1. Use Broader Terms: Instead of specific product features, try broader category terms

    • Example: Use "project management software" instead of "agile sprint planning tool"

  2. Remove Specific Modifiers: Drop technical or niche terms

    • Example: Use "email marketing" instead of "SMTP email marketing automation"

  3. Check for Typos: Ensure your keyword is spelled correctly

  4. Try Alternative Phrasing: Use different ways to describe your product

    • Example: Try both "CRM software" and "customer relationship management"

Can I override the minimum search volume requirement?

No, the 30 searches/month minimum threshold is fixed to ensure campaign effectiveness. This helps prevent spending on keywords unlikely to drive meaningful traffic.

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