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How to Lower Your Cost Per Lead in Google Ads

5 February 2026 · 6 min read

High cost per lead often comes from poor targeting, slow landing pages, or forms that ask too much. Here's how to fix it.

Landing & form

  • Short forms (3–5 fields max)
  • Fast page load
  • Clear value proposition above the fold
  • Trust signals (logos, testimonials)

Targeting & bidding

  • Use audiences (RLSA, similar audiences)
  • Exclude converters
  • Focus on high-intent keywords
  • Test Maximise conversions or Target CPA