GET_SEARCH_VOLUME_FROM_GOOGLE

The data comes from Google's Keyword Planner, the same source that Google Ads advertisers use to plan campaigns. This ensures the search volume, competition, and CPC figures are as accurate as Google's own data.

The function returns Google's estimated average monthly search volume. Google provides rounded figures (e.g., 1000, 1300, 1600, 2400, 2900) rather than precise numbers. For most use cases, these estimates are sufficiently accurate for keyword comparison and prioritization.

Competition (Low, Medium, or High) reflects how many advertisers are bidding on the keyword in Google Ads. It does not directly measure SEO difficulty. However, high advertising competition often correlates with keywords that are also competitive in organic search because they have clear commercial value.

CPC represents the estimated cost-per-click for a Google Ads top-of-page bid. It is the approximate amount an advertiser would need to bid to appear at the top of paid results. This value fluctuates based on auction dynamics but provides a useful benchmark for keyword value.

GET_SEARCH_VOLUME_FROM_GOOGLE returns current average monthly volumes. It does not provide historical trend data or month-by-month breakdowns. For trend analysis, you would need to log the data periodically in your spreadsheet or use complementary tools.

No. Whether you pass a single keyword or a range of 200 keywords, the function uses just one SERP credit. This makes bulk lookups extremely cost-effective compared to checking keywords one at a time.

Keywords with very low or no measurable search volume will return a search volume of 0. This does not necessarily mean nobody searches for the term. It may mean the volume is too low for Google to provide a reliable estimate (typically under 10 searches per month).