AI Keyword Research Tool

Generate high-converting, SEO-optimized keywords for your Amazon KDP books using advanced AI. Every keyword is compliance-checked to ensure it's safe to use.

AI-Powered Generation

Our AI analyzes your book topic and genre to generate 20 highly relevant keywords that real readers use when searching for books like yours.

Built-in Compliance

Every generated keyword is automatically checked against Amazon's guidelines. No banned keywords, no trademark issues, no account risk.

Export to CSV

Download your keywords in CSV format for easy import into your KDP dashboard or keyword tracking spreadsheets.

Why Keywords Matter for KDP Success

•Discoverability: The right keywords help readers find your book when searching on Amazon.
•Category Placement: Strategic keywords can help your book appear in relevant browse categories.
•Ad Targeting: Use these keywords for Amazon Ads campaigns to reach your ideal readers.
•Long-tail Opportunities: Find specific phrases with less competition but high buyer intent.

AI Keyword Research

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AI-powered keyword research with built-in compliance checking for Amazon KDP

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Understanding Amazon KDP Keywords

Keywords are the foundation of book discoverability on Amazon. When readers search for books, Amazon's algorithm matches their search terms with the keywords in your book's metadata. Choosing the right keywords can mean the difference between obscurity and bestseller status.

How Amazon Keywords Work: Amazon allows you to enter 7 keyword phrases (up to 50 characters each) in your KDP dashboard. These keywords don't appear publicly but are indexed by Amazon's search algorithm. Combined with your title, subtitle, and description, they determine when your book appears in search results.

Why Keywords Matter: 90% of book sales on Amazon come from search. If your book doesn't appear in search results for relevant queries, potential readers will never find it. Strategic keyword selection is the most cost-effective way to increase visibility without paid advertising. For a deep dive into keyword strategy, read our comprehensive keyword research guide, and always check for banned keywords before publishing.

Types of Keywords: Short-Tail vs Long-Tail

Not all keywords are created equal. Understanding the difference between short-tail and long-tail keywords is crucial for your KDP success:

🔥 Short-Tail Keywords

1-2 words, broad topics

Examples: "romance", "thriller", "cookbook"
Search Volume: Very High (100,000+ searches/month)
Competition: Extremely High
Conversion Rate: Low (2-5%)
Best For: Established authors with strong brands

⚠️ Avoid: Too competitive for new authors

✅ Long-Tail Keywords

3-5+ words, specific phrases

Examples: "cozy mystery small town", "keto cookbook for beginners"
Search Volume: Lower (1,000-10,000 searches/month)
Competition: Low to Medium
Conversion Rate: High (15-30%)
Best For: All authors, especially new releases

✨ Recommended: Higher chance of ranking and sales

💡 Pro Strategy

Use 5-6 long-tail keywords and 1-2 medium-tail keywords. Long-tail keywords bring qualified buyers who know exactly what they want. A book ranking #1 for "cozy mystery cat sleuth small town" will outsell a book ranking #5,000 for "mystery".

The 4-Step Keyword Research Strategy

Follow this proven strategy to find keywords that actually drive sales:

Brainstorm Seed Keywords

Start with 10-15 broad topics related to your book. For a cozy mystery: "cozy mystery", "amateur sleuth", "small town mystery", "cat detective", "bakery mystery". These are your starting points, not your final keywords.

Expand with AI & Amazon

Use our AI tool to generate 20 variations. Then check Amazon's search bar autocomplete - type your seed keyword and see what Amazon suggests. These suggestions are based on real user searches and are goldmines for long-tail keywords.

Analyze Competition

Search each keyword on Amazon. If the first page shows books with BSR under #10,000, competition is high. If you see BSR #50,000-#200,000, that's your sweet spot. You want keywords where you can realistically rank on page 1.

Check Compliance & Finalize

Run every keyword through our Compliance Checker. Remove any banned terms (trademarked words, inappropriate content, false claims). Select your final 7 keywords - prioritize long-tail phrases with buyer intent and manageable competition.

⚡ Quick Win

Look at the "Customers who bought this item also bought" section on competing books. The keywords that work for similar books will likely work for yours. This is reverse-engineering success.

7 Deadly Keyword Mistakes to Avoid

These common mistakes can tank your book's visibility or even get your account suspended:

❌ 1. Using Trademarked Terms

Never use "Amazon", "Kindle", "KDP", or brand names like "Harry Potter" or "Game of Thrones". Instant account suspension. Use generic alternatives: "wizard school fantasy" instead of "Harry Potter style".

❌ 2. Keyword Stuffing

Don't repeat the same keyword multiple times or use unrelated keywords. "romance romance love story romance novel" doesn't work. Amazon's algorithm is smart enough to penalize this.

❌ 3. Irrelevant Keywords

Your keywords must accurately describe your book. A romance novel shouldn't use "thriller" or "cookbook" keywords. Amazon tracks click-through and conversion rates - irrelevant keywords hurt your ranking.

❌ 4. Ignoring Character Limits

Each keyword phrase can be up to 50 characters. "cozy mystery small town amateur sleuth with cat detective solving crimes" is 73 characters - Amazon will truncate it. Keep phrases under 50 characters.

❌ 5. Duplicating Title Words

Don't waste keyword slots on words already in your title or subtitle. If your title is "Murder in the Bakery: A Cozy Mystery", don't use "murder bakery cozy mystery" as a keyword. Amazon already indexes those words.

❌ 6. Using Only Broad Keywords

"romance", "fiction", "books" are too competitive. You'll never rank. Focus on 3-5 word long-tail keywords where you can actually reach page 1. "small town second chance romance" beats "romance" every time.

❌ 7. Set and Forget

Keywords aren't permanent. Test different combinations every 2-3 months. Track which keywords drive sales (check your Amazon Ads reports even if you're not running ads). Replace underperforming keywords with new ones.

✅ The Right Way

Use 7 unique, relevant, compliant long-tail keywords that accurately describe your book's content, genre, and target audience. Test and optimize every quarter based on performance data.

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These common mistakes can tank your book's visibility or even get your account suspended:

❌ 1. Using Trademarked Terms

❌ 2. Keyword Stuffing

Don't repeat the same keyword multiple times or use unrelated keywords. "romance romance love story romance novel" doesn't work. Amazon's algorithm is smart enough to penalize this.

❌ 3. Irrelevant Keywords

❌ 4. Ignoring Character Limits

❌ 5. Duplicating Title Words

❌ 6. Using Only Broad Keywords

❌ 7. Set and Forget

✅ The Right Way

Use 7 unique, relevant, compliant long-tail keywords that accurately describe your book's content, genre, and target audience. Test and optimize every quarter based on performance data.