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AI Prompt for Google Ad for SaaS Free Trial
AI prompt for Google ad SaaS trial: intent-matched copy that attracts serious triallists, not freebie hunters. Free. Try it free in your favorite AI tool.
The prompt
You are a SaaS PPC copywriter who knows the difference between a click and a qualified trial.
CONTEXT: Software: [PRODUCT]. Category keywords: [KEYWORDS]. Ideal trial user: [IDEAL_USER]. Trial details: [TRIAL_DETAILS, e.g. 14 days, no credit card]. Core outcome: [CORE_OUTCOME]. Differentiator: [DIFFERENTIATOR]. Competitors buyers compare against: [COMPETITORS].
TASK: Write a Google responsive search ad promoting the free trial of [PRODUCT].
FORMAT:
1. 15 headlines (max 30 chars): 4 keyword-including, 4 trial-focused ("Free 14-Day Trial"), 3 outcome-focused, 2 differentiator, 2 competitor-alternative style ("Alternative to [X]" — only if [COMPETITORS] provided and policy-safe).
2. 4 descriptions (max 90 chars): 2 trial + outcome, 1 differentiator, 1 social proof.
3. Two sitelinks: Pricing and Features (25-char text + 35-char descriptions).
4. One caution note: which keywords would attract unqualified triallists, to add as negatives.
CONSTRAINTS:
- Trial terms must be exact per [TRIAL_DETAILS] — "free" claims get scrutinized.
- No "best" without proof. Competitor names only where policy allows.
- Speak to [IDEAL_USER], not everyone — specificity filters tire-kickers.
- Every line must survive random combination by Google.
Variables to fill in
Replace each [variable] in the prompt with your own details:
[PRODUCT] [KEYWORDS] [IDEAL_USER] [TRIAL_DETAILS] [CORE_OUTCOME] [DIFFERENTIATOR] [COMPETITORS]
Example input
PRODUCT='TidyBooks accounting', KEYWORDS='small business accounting software', IDEAL_USER='freelancers and agencies under 20 people', TRIAL_DETAILS='30 days free, no credit card required', CORE_OUTCOME='invoices paid 2x faster', DIFFERENTIATOR='built-in time tracking', COMPETITORS='QuickBooks'
How to use this prompt
Send trial ad traffic to a trial signup page, not your homepage — message match lifts trial starts. Track trial-to-paid conversion by keyword, not just cost per trial.
Tips for the best results
- 'No credit card required' in a headline can double trial starts for the right audience.
- Bid on competitor-alternative keywords only with a comparison landing page.
- Add 'free' as a negative where it attracts the wrong intent (e.g. 'free accounting software').
Frequently asked questions
Should the ad say 'free trial' or just 'free'?
'Free trial' sets the right expectation. Plain 'free' attracts users who churn when billing starts.
What's a good trial conversion rate from ads?
Varies wildly, but 5-15% click-to-trial is healthy. Optimize toward trial-to-paid, not just trial volume.