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AdWords Beginner's Guide


Welcome to Google AdWords!

In this guide, you'll learn all the AdWords basics, including how to begin, what to expect, and how to make the most of your advertising efforts. Click a topic below to get started.



Getting started -- Creating an account and campaign, activating your account, promotional codes, and getting your ads running

Account -- Signing in, account pages, account structure, and basic AdWords terms to know

Costs -- Billing, budget, and bids, plus how to control your advertising costs

Ads -- When your ads will show and where, ad targeting, and tips for successful ads

Keywords -- How keywords are used to target your ads and tips for selecting good keywords

Performance -- How to measure your success and improve your performance

Help & resources -- AdWords resources, support options, and tips to stay up-to-date


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