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Tips
6/8/26
8
 min read

Dynamic keyword insertion: when it works, when it backfires, and how to use it properly

Dynamic keyword insertion is one of Google Ads' most powerful, and most misunderstood features. In this post, I break down exactly what DKI is, walk through real dynamic keyword insertion examples, explain when it genuinely improves performance, and cover the situations where it can seriously damage your campaigns (and your brand). I'll also tackle one of the most common questions around DKI: can you use a competitor's name in Google Ads using this technique? The answer might surprise you.

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