Do you want to scale your PPC efforts without having to start over and save time?  In this tutorial, we walk through a straightforward, step-by-step process for using Google Ads Editor to duplicate campaigns across Google Ads accounts.  This procedure will help you optimize ad ROI and sustain consistent performance across accounts, regardless of whether you're opening a new location, managing several client accounts, or just looking to simplify your ad operations.

At Max Conversion, we are aware that when it comes to managing Google Ads, efficiency is crucial.  You can scale more quickly, minimize setup errors, and maintain the efficacy of your PPC strategy by copying successful campaigns and deploying them to new accounts.

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Why Duplicating Google Ads Campaigns Matters

You don't want to start over every time you open a new account after spending time honing a campaign through audience testing, ad copy optimization, and bidding strategy refinement. Replicating your campaigns allows you to:

• Save hours of work by reusing proven campaigns
  
• Maintain campaign consistency across multiple locations or clients
  
• Reduce cost per lead (CPL) by starting with optimized ad structures
  
• Avoid human error that comes with manual recreation
  
  

"Google Ads doesn't give you a way to do this natively unless you use the offline editor," explains Kyle from Max Conversion. So, we will dive right into the step-by-step instructions for doing this.

Step-by-Step: Copying Campaigns with Google Ads Editor

Duplicating campaigns may sound complex, but with Google Ads Editor, it’s a straightforward process. Here’s exactly how to do it:

1. Download and Set Up Google Ads Editor

• Go to Google Ads Editor’s official download page and install the software.
  
  
• Sign in with the Google account that has access to both ad accounts.
  
  
• Select and download both accounts inside the editor so they’re ready to work with.
  

2. Export the Campaign from the Original Account

• Open the account you want to copy from.
  
  
• Select the campaign you want to duplicate.
  
  
• Go to Export → Export Selected Campaigns.
  
  
• Name the export file (for example, “MaxConversion Google Ads Campaign”).
  

3. Import the Campaign into the New Account

Return to the Google Ads Editor dashboard and select the target account.

Open it, then go to Account → Import → From File.


Select the exported file you just created.

4. Review and Update Campaign Settings

Some elements won’t transfer over (like negative keyword lists, image assets, or some audience targeting), so review what was skipped.

• Fix any start date errors (this is the most common issue).
  
  
• Update any outdated ad types such as broad match modified keywords (these are no longer supported).
  
  

“Really the only error message you’ll see is the start date. All you need to do is update the start date, and that’s it.”

5. Post the Changes to the New Account

Once you’ve reviewed everything, hit Post to publish the campaign to your target account. You can choose to post all campaigns or just the selected ones.

Pro Tips for Maximizing ROI with Duplicated Campaigns

Duplicating campaigns is just the first step. To maximize results:

• Customize Location Targeting: Tailor ads to the new market or service area.
  
  
• Refresh Ad Copy: Slightly modify messaging to reflect local nuances or updated offers.
  
  
• Check Tracking: Ensure all conversion tracking and UTM parameters are working correctly.
  
  
• Review Budgets: Adjust budgets based on expected lead volume in the new location.
  
  

For more guidance, check out our Google Ads Management Services to see how we optimize campaigns for performance and scalability.

Final Thoughts

One of the easiest ways to scale your PPC strategy while saving time and preserving quality is to duplicate campaigns using Google Ads Editor.  You can quickly start new campaigns, maintain consistent ad structures, and speed up results by exporting and importing campaigns between accounts.

Schedule a Free Strategy Call with Max Conversion if you need assistance enhancing your Google Ads performance.