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Why Keyword Bloat Destroys Google Ads Performance In 2026

Too many keywords in Google Ads fragment your conversion data, trap Smart Bidding in perpetual learning phases, and create management complexity that only benefits agencies billing for it. This article explains why keyword bloat destroys performance in 2026, dismantles the conventional wisdom that more keywords mean better coverage, and provides a consolidation framework to fix bloated accounts without losing traffic.

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