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Google Ads in Schaffhausen, measured by results.
Search engine advertising that brings enquiries and revenue, not just clicks: we plan, build and manage Google Ads campaigns for SMEs, retailers and service providers in the canton of Schaffhausen, eastern Switzerland and southern Germany - from Hallau (SH), with more than 15 years of SEM practice from our own online retail.
Why a regional Google Ads agency
Someone searching for "carpenter Schaffhausen", "garage Singen" or a specific product usually already has an intent. Google Ads (SEA, search engine advertising) works exactly at that point: your ad appears at the moment of the search, and you pay only when someone clicks. That makes search advertising one of the most direct marketing channels - and one of the most expensive if structure, keywords and measurement are wrong.
Our approach comes from retail, not agency theory. André Schulze, founder of GOLDSTEIN.DIGITAL, has run his own online shops as an entrepreneur for more than 15 years and managed Google Ads budgets with his own money. That view shapes our work: every campaign has to pay for itself. More on the page about André Schulze.
As a web agency in the canton of Schaffhausen we know the particulars of the market: small catchment areas, the border with Germany, customers from Klettgau, Neuhausen, Stein am Rhein, Winterthur, Zurich and Thurgau. Campaigns can be targeted precisely to these regions, with separate budgets for Switzerland and for Singen or Konstanz.
What we deliver
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Keyword research
Search volume, competition and purchase intent for your region. We separate terms with conversion potential from those that only consume budget, and maintain negative keywords from day one.
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Search campaigns
Clearly structured campaigns and ad groups, responsive search ads with clean copy, and assets such as sitelinks, calls and location.
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Shopping and Performance Max
For online retailers: product feed in Google Merchant Center, Shopping campaigns and Performance Max with asset groups, feed optimisation and margin-based steering.
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Local campaigns
Location targeting, connection to your Google Business Profile and call ads for trades, restaurants and service providers in the region.
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Conversion tracking
Google Analytics 4, Google Tag Manager, enhanced conversions and Consent Mode v2. Without reliable measurement no bidding strategy works properly.
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Landing pages
Ad and landing page belong together. We build fast, focused landing pages that pick up the search intent and lead to an enquiry.
Process and typical timeline
- 01 · Week 1Analysis and goals
A conversation about your offer, margin, catchment area and goals. For existing accounts, an audit of structure, search terms and tracking.
- 02 · Weeks 1-2Tracking and structure
Setup of GA4, Tag Manager and Consent Mode, account structure, keyword lists, ad copy and, where needed, a dedicated landing page.
- 03 · Weeks 3-8Launch and learning phase
Campaigns go live, we review search terms weekly, exclude wasted spend and adjust bids and budgets.
- 04 · OngoingManagement and reporting
A monthly report in plain language: cost, conversions, cost per enquiry or return on ad spend, next steps.
SEA and SEO: two channels, one goal
Search engine marketing (SEM) covers both: paid ads and organic rankings. Google Ads give immediate visibility and deliver real data on which search terms lead to enquiries. We feed this data into search engine optimisation, for example into page structure and content. In turn, a good website with high page quality lowers click prices, because Google rewards relevant landing pages through the Quality Score.
How editorial depth and structure work organically is shown by the guide magazine tee-magazin. For local businesses such as the car workshop in Singen or the schreinermeisterei, a fast, clear website is the foundation on which paid ads also perform better. We build the website itself under web design Schaffhausen and web development.
Who Google Ads make sense for
- Online retailers selling through Shopping and Performance Max who want to steer by margin rather than revenue alone.
- Trades and service providers in the canton of Schaffhausen who want to be found locally, for emergencies, quotes or appointments.
- SMEs with new offers who want to test demand quickly before investing in SEO or larger campaigns.
- Companies with an existing account who feel budget is being wasted and want an independent review.
If your goal is efficiency rather than advertising, have a look at our AI consulting for SMEs: ad copy, feed maintenance and reporting can be partly automated. For your own apps, see app development.
Our principles
- The Google Ads account belongs to you. We work with access, not dependency.
- No multi-year minimum terms, no billing as a percentage of your budget without justification.
- Transparent reports with the metrics that matter for your business, not impressions presented as success.
- An honest assessment: if Google Ads are not economical for your offer, we will tell you.
Frequently asked questions
What does Google Ads management cost?
There are two parts: your ad budget, which is paid directly to Google, and our work for setup and management. Our fee is available on request once we understand your goals, market and account structure.
How quickly do Google Ads deliver results?
Ads can bring clicks within a few days of launch. Reliable figures on cost per enquiry or revenue usually take four to eight weeks, once enough conversions have been measured.
Can you take over an existing Google Ads account?
Yes. We start with an audit of structure, search terms, tracking and bidding strategies, then prioritise the actions. The account remains yours.
Do I need Google Ads if I already do SEO?
Not necessarily. Google Ads give immediate visibility and search term data, SEO builds organic reach over time. For many SMEs the combination makes sense because each channel informs the other.
Is conversion tracking with Consent Mode required in Switzerland?
Google requires Consent Mode for visitors from the EEA. In Switzerland we also recommend privacy-compliant consent under the revised Data Protection Act. Without clean tracking, automated bidding cannot work properly.
Do you also run campaigns for southern Germany?
Yes. Campaigns can be limited to regions such as Singen, Konstanz or the canton of Zurich, with separate budgets, languages and currencies.
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