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Google Ads: using funding in Austria
For digitalization initiatives like Google Ads, there are several funding programs in Austria. Which ones are available, which deadlines to observe, and where the most common mistake lies.
For digitalization initiatives, there are several funding programs in Austria, such as KMU.DIGITAL or the aws digitalization funding. Whether and to what extent one of these currently applies to your project, we will review individually with you. Current terms: kmudigital.at, aws.at. The sequence is critical in any case: first the approved application, then the order for Google Ads.
01 — Funding
Subsidies in Austria
For digitalization projects, there are several funding programs in Austria, such as KMU.DIGITAL or the aws digitalization funding. Whether and to what extent one of these is currently relevant for your project, we'll review with you individually. Current conditions: kmudigital.at, aws.at.
Which program is relevant, how high the subsidy currently is, and whether the budget for the current funding period is still open changes regularly — plus there are regional funding programs that vary by federal state. Only the information from the funding agencies themselves is reliable, not a fixed percentage stated here.
The most common mistake is always the same: commission first, then want funding. That doesn't work. Allow several weeks of lead time for application and approval.
02 — Price
What it costs
- Price
- Individual based on effort
- Typical duration
- 1 to 2 weeks to launch
Monthly management plus advertising budget; setup one-time. A fixed price can only be quoted seriously after the initial consultation — send us a brief description of your project, and we'll send a proposal that fits the scope and effort.
03 — Process
How a funding application works
Check funding program
Which program fits the project and company size. This determines the subsidy amount and effort.
Obtain quote
A quote is usually required for the application — commissioning does not happen yet.
Submit application
Submission with project description, cost breakdown and schedule.
Wait for approval
Only after approval is the commission placed. If you commission earlier, you lose the funding.
Implement and settle accounts
After completion, final accounting with supporting documents follows.
04 — Questions
Frequently asked questions
Is it worth it alongside SEO?
Both together usually make sense: ads work immediately and can be turned off, SEO works slowly and persists. If you need inquiries today, start with ads; if you want to be more independent in two years, invest in content in parallel.
What are the most common budget drains?
Missing exclusions — search queries with “free”, “DIY”, “jobs”, or place names outside your service area. And ads that lead to the homepage instead of a relevant page.
What happens to the budget on weekends or holidays?
That can be controlled — for some industries (trades, B2B), it makes sense to pause ads there because hardly anyone searches with purchase intent at those times. For others (hospitality, leisure), that's exactly the most important time.
Can we adjust the budget at any time?
Yes, at any time and without notice. Ads can also be paused completely, for example if you're fully booked and don't want additional inquiries.
What's the difference from social media advertising?
Google Ads reaches people actively searching for something — purchase intent is usually already there. Social media advertising generates interest among people who haven't searched for it yet. Both have their place, depending on the goal.
How much budget do we need?
That depends entirely on the cost per click in your industry — which differs by multiples between a regional service and a competitive field like insurance or law. We estimate this before launch based on real, current click prices for your search terms, not rough empirical values, and then give you a specific range.
How quickly will we see results?
First clicks on the same day, reliable insights after three to four weeks. Before that, the numbers are too small to draw conclusions from.
Next step
Send us a few sentences about your project.
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