# DataForSEO Google Keyword Ideas API

> Returns Google keyword suggestions alongside search volume and CPC metrics for SEO analysis. Helps research related search queries and evaluate keyword potential.

Source: https://www.sandbase.ai/apis/dataforseo/v3/dataforseo_labs/google/keyword_ideas/live
API reference: https://www.sandbase.ai/apis/dataforseo/v3/dataforseo_labs/google/keyword_ideas/live/docs

## Facts

- Provider: DataForSEO
- Type: Data API
- Endpoint: `POST https://api.sandbase.ai/v1/api/dataforseo/v3/dataforseo_labs/google/keyword_ideas/live`
- Price: $0.02 per call
- Capabilities: labs, keywords, google, seo
- Billing: pay per use from one SandBase balance; no provider account or subscription needed

## Call it

`POST https://api.sandbase.ai/v1/api/dataforseo/v3/dataforseo_labs/google/keyword_ideas/live` with `Authorization: Bearer $SANDBASE_API_KEY` and the parameters as a JSON body.

## FAQ

### How do I use the DataForSEO Google Keyword Ideas API?

Send a POST request to https://api.sandbase.ai/v1/api/dataforseo/v3/dataforseo_labs/google/keyword_ideas/live with your SandBase API key in the Authorization header (Bearer) and the parameters as a JSON body. You can also try it in the Playground on this page without writing code.

### How much does the DataForSEO Google Keyword Ideas API cost?

$0.02 per call, billed from your SandBase balance. You are only charged for calls you make; there is no subscription.

### What parameters does the DataForSEO Google Keyword Ideas API accept?

DataForSEO Google Keyword Ideas takes no input parameters; send an empty JSON body.

### What does the DataForSEO Google Keyword Ideas API return?

A JSON response returned in the same HTTP request (synchronous).

### Do I need a DataForSEO developer account or API key?

No. DataForSEO Google Keyword Ideas runs through SandBase, so one SandBase API key covers this endpoint and every other API and model in the catalog. You do not need to apply for DataForSEO API access separately.

## README

### DataForSEO Google Keyword Ideas API

Query Google keyword ideas along with estimated search volume and CPC data. Use this endpoint to inspect search terms and discover related keyword opportunities.

#### Use cases

- Discover new Google search term variations for content planning.
- Analyze search volume and CPC metrics to prioritize keyword targets.
- Evaluate related keyword opportunities for paid search campaigns.

#### Request

```bash
curl -X POST "https://api.sandbase.ai/v1/api/dataforseo/v3/dataforseo_labs/google/keyword_ideas/live" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer $SANDBASE_API_KEY" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{"keywords": ["running shoes"], "limit": 5, "location_code": 2840, "language_code": "en"}'
```

#### Parameters

The JSON body is forwarded to the upstream endpoint (one task per call). Fields used above:

| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| `keywords` | List of keywords (up to 100 per call). |
| `limit` | Maximum number of results (up to 100). |
| `location_code` | Location code, e.g. 2840 for the United States. |
| `language_code` | Language code, e.g. "en". |

#### Pricing

Flat price per call. Failed calls are not charged.

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- [DataForSEO Backlinks Anchors](/model/dataforseo/v3/backlinks/anchors/live): Returns anchor text distribution metrics for backlinks pointing to a target website or page.
- [DataForSEO Backlinks List](/model/dataforseo/v3/backlinks/backlinks/live): Returns a list of external backlinks pointing to a specified target domain or webpage.
- [DataForSEO Backlinks Bulk Ranks](/model/dataforseo/v3/backlinks/bulk_ranks/live): Returns rank metrics for multiple domains or pages in bulk.