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Google Ads Examples for MSPs and IT Companies

These mock-ups show how MSP search ads can stand out from "proactive IT solutions". Every company is fictional and every ad fits Google's limits.

By the ShoutEx Team | Updated October 2026 | Facts checked October 21, 2026
A good MSP ad names who it is for, what is included and what the first step is.Marketing for MSPs and IT Services | Updated October 2026
30 characters
Limit for each responsive search ad headline
90 characters
Limit for each description
1 first step
Every ad ends with something specific to book

What makes a good Google ad for an MSP?

A good Google ad for an MSP names the buyer or niche, the region, what is included and a specific first step such as a security review. Google's responsive search ads allow up to 15 headlines of 30 characters and 4 descriptions of 90 characters, so there is room to be specific. Weak ads repeat phrases every provider uses.

What to put in an MSP ad
ElementStrongWeak
BuyerFor Law Firms of 10 to 150For Businesses of All Sizes
RegionServing Waterloo RegionServing Ontario and Beyond
What is includedMonitoring, Backup and MFAProactive IT Solutions
Proof40 Local Firms SupportedIndustry-Leading Service
First stepBook a 2-Week Security ReviewContact Us Today

What does a good managed IT ad look like?

A good managed IT ad states the size of organization served, the region, what the monthly service includes and a first step. Price approach helps qualify.

Example · educational mock-up, not a real ad
managed it services kitchener
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Sponsored
GGrand River ITgrandriverit.example › managed-it
Managed IT in Kitchener | For 15 to 150 Employees | Security Baseline Included

Help desk, monitoring, backup and MFA for one monthly fee per user. Book a free review.

managed it services kitchener
Sponsored
GGrand River ITgrandriverit.example › managed-it
Managed IT in Kitchener | For 15 to 150 Employees

Help desk, monitoring, backup and MFA for one monthly fee per user....

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Size, region, scope and first step. Fictional company.
Example · educational mock-up, not a real ad
managed it services
Weak ad
Sponsored
TTechPro Solutionstechprosolutions.example › services
Proactive IT Solutions | Your Trusted Tech Partner | Industry-Leading Support

We offer a full range of IT services for businesses of all sizes. Contact us today.

Stronger ad
Sponsored
GGrand River ITgrandriverit.example › managed-it
Managed IT for 15 to 150 Staff | Waterloo Region Help Desk | Fixed Monthly Per-User Fee

Monitoring, backup, MFA and on-site help when needed. See what's included and pricing.

Why the second ad wins: The strong ad tells the buyer whether they fit and what they get. The weak ad could belong to any provider.

What does a good industry ad look like?

A good industry ad names the industry, the software or risk that matters to it, and a first step framed in its terms. It only works if the landing page continues the same story.

Example · educational mock-up, not a real ad
it support for accounting firms
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Sponsored
HHarbourline ITharbourlineit.example › accounting-firms
IT for Accounting Firms | Tax Season Support Ready | Secure Client File Sharing

Support for tax software, client portals and remote staff. Book a firm IT review.

it support for accounting firms
Sponsored
HHarbourline ITharbourlineit.example › accounting-firms
IT for Accounting Firms | Tax Season Support Ready

Support for tax software, client portals and remote staff. Book a f...

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Industry software and seasonal risk. Fictional company.

What does a good security ad look like?

A good security ad leads with an assessment or review that has a clear deliverable, and names the baseline it measures against, without fear-mongering or absolute promises.

Example · educational mock-up, not a real ad
cybersecurity assessment small business
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Sponsored
GGrand River ITgrandriverit.example › security-review
Small Business Security Review | Written Report in 2 Weeks | Based on Federal Baseline

We check MFA, backups, patching and email security, then give you a plain-language plan.

cybersecurity assessment small business
Sponsored
GGrand River ITgrandriverit.example › security-review
Small Business Security Review | Written Report in 2 Weeks

We check MFA, backups, patching and email security, then give you a...

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A concrete deliverable and timeframe. Fictional company.

The assessment behind this ad is described on security assessments.

What does a good co-managed IT ad look like?

A good co-managed IT ad reassures the internal IT person that you support them rather than replace them, and speaks to the gaps they feel: after-hours cover, security tools and projects.

Example · educational mock-up, not a real ad
co-managed it services
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Sponsored
HHarbourline ITharbourlineit.example › co-managed
Co-Managed IT Support | Back Up Your Internal IT Team | After-Hours and Security Cover

Keep your IT lead. Add our monitoring, security tools and project engineers when needed.

co-managed it services
Sponsored
HHarbourline ITharbourlineit.example › co-managed
Co-Managed IT Support | Back Up Your Internal IT Team

Keep your IT lead. Add our monitoring, security tools and project e...

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Support, not replacement. Fictional company.

More on this model is on co-managed IT.

ShoutEx rule

Write for the person who will read the proposal.

Owners want lower risk, finance wants predictability and IT leads want support. Pick one per ad.

How should MSPs test their ads?

MSPs should test ads by changing one angle at a time, such as the first step offered or the proof shown, and judging results on qualified meetings rather than clicks. Search volume is often low, so let tests run for several weeks. Keep the headlines that bring better-fit leads, even if their click rate is lower.

Keywords behind these ads are on Google Ads keywords for MSPs, the pages they lead to on landing pages for MSP ads, and the niche message on positioning.

Frequently asked questions

What headlines work for MSP ads?

Headlines that name the buyer, region, what is included and the first step.

Should MSP ads mention price?

Mentioning a per-user pricing approach can improve lead quality. Only state prices you honour.

Can I say "certified" in my ads?

Only for certifications you actually hold, named accurately.

Should I use fear in security ads?

Avoid it. Specific, calm offers convert better with business buyers.

How many ads per ad group?

One full responsive search ad, plus a second to test a different angle.

Should ads mention competitors?

No. Focus on what the buyer gets from you.

How do I judge which ad is better?

By qualified meetings and signed agreements, not click rate alone.

Sources & further reading

Platform rules and local programs change. These sources let you check the facts on this page, last checked October 21, 2026.