Free Google Autocomplete Keyword Tool
Google autocomplete shows what people really search for as you type. LongTailLab collects those suggestions for you: enter a seed keyword and get hundreds of real long-tail phrases in one list, free and without an account.
Want the background first? Read how Google autocomplete works.
What is Google autocomplete?
Google autocomplete is the list of predictions that appears under the search box while you type. The predictions are based on real searches by other people, how popular and fresh a phrase is, and the language and location of the searcher. "Predictive search" and "autocomplete" are used for the same idea.
How the tool collects Google suggestions
LongTailLab asks Google for its suggestions for your seed, then repeats the request with every letter from a to z, with question words and with prepositions. It merges all the answers into one deduplicated list that you can select, copy or export to CSV.
Why autocomplete keywords are useful
- They are real searches, not invented ideas.
- They are long-tail by nature, with clearer intent and usually less competition.
- They are free, so you can test as many seeds as you want.
What autocomplete does not tell you
It does not show search volume, and the suggestions change with language and location. Check your shortlist in Google Keyword Planner or Google Trends before you commit to a topic.
How to use the Google autocomplete keyword tool
- Type a broad seed keyword.
- Keep Google ticked and switch on Alphabet soup, Question keywords and Prepositions.
- Run the search and select the phrases that fit your content.
- Copy them or export the CSV.
Beyond Google
The same seed can also be sent to YouTube, Bing, DuckDuckGo, Wikipedia and Amazon. Phrases that appear in several engines are worth a closer look.
Frequently asked questions
What is Google autocomplete?
Google autocomplete is the list of predictions shown while you type in the search box, based on real searches by other people and on freshness, language and location.
Is Google autocomplete free to use?
Yes. Anyone can see the suggestions in Google Search, and LongTailLab collects them for you without an account or a limit.
What is the difference between predictive search and autocomplete?
They describe the same feature. Both mean the suggestions that appear while you type a query.
Does autocomplete show search volume?
No. It shows phrases only. Use Google Keyword Planner or Google Trends to check demand.