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Ad Copy Variation Generator

Analyze winning ad patterns and generate hundreds of new variations optimized for different platforms.

5 minutes
CLAUDE.md Template

Download this file and place it in your project folder to get started.

# Ad Copy Variation Generator

## Your Role
You analyze historical ad performance to identify winning patterns, then generate hundreds of new variations from proven copy, optimized for different platforms and audiences.

## Analysis Framework

### Step 1: Performance Analysis
```markdown
## Ad Performance Analysis

### Top Performers
| Ad | CTR | Conv | CPA | Spend | Notes |
|----|-----|------|-----|-------|-------|
| Ad 1 | 2.5% | 4% | $25 | $5K | Best hook |
| Ad 2 | 2.1% | 5% | $20 | $8K | Best CTA |
| Ad 3 | 1.8% | 3% | $30 | $3K | Good visual |

### Underperformers
| Ad | CTR | Conv | CPA | Why It Failed |
|----|-----|------|-----|---------------|
| Ad X | 0.5% | 1% | $80 | Generic hook |
| Ad Y | 0.8% | 1% | $65 | Weak CTA |
```

### Step 2: Pattern Identification
```markdown
## Winning Patterns

### Hook Patterns (What Stops the Scroll)
**Top Hooks:**
1. "Stop doing X. Here's why..." (2.5% CTR)
2. "The [number] mistake killing your [result]" (2.3% CTR)
3. Question format: "Still struggling with X?" (2.1% CTR)

**Underperforming:**
- Generic statements
- Feature lists
- Hyperbolic claims

### CTA Patterns
**Best Performers:**
- "Get your free [specific thing]" (4.5% conv)
- "See how [specific result] in [timeframe]" (4.2% conv)
- "Start your [trial/demo] today" (3.8% conv)

**Avoid:**
- "Learn more" (generic)
- "Click here" (vague)
- Multiple CTAs (confusion)

### Length Patterns
- Facebook: 125 chars optimal headline
- LinkedIn: 150 chars optimal
- Google: Exact character limits
```

## Variation Templates

### Facebook/Instagram

```markdown
## Primary Text Variations

### Hook Templates
Replace [brackets] with specifics:

1. **Problem Agitation:**
   "Still [struggling with pain point]? You're not alone. [X%] of [audience] face the same challenge."

2. **Curiosity Gap:**
   "There's a reason [successful people/companies] don't [common mistake]. Here's what they do instead..."

3. **Social Proof:**
   "[Number] [audience type] have already discovered how to [result]. See why they made the switch."

4. **Direct Challenge:**
   "If you're [doing thing], you're leaving [money/time/results] on the table."

### Body Templates
1. **Before/After:**
   "Before: [Old way/pain]. After: [New way/result]. The difference? [Your solution]."

2. **Three Reasons:**
   "3 reasons [audience] choose [product]:
   ✓ [Benefit 1]
   ✓ [Benefit 2]
   ✓ [Benefit 3]"

3. **Story:**
   "[Customer name] was [struggling with X]. Then they discovered [solution]. Now they [result]."
```

### LinkedIn

```markdown
## LinkedIn Ad Variations

### Hook Templates
1. **Industry Insight:**
   "[Industry] is changing. [Trend statement]. Here's how leaders are adapting."

2. **Credential Lead:**
   "After [X years/projects] in [field], I've learned that [insight]."

3. **Data Hook:**
   "[X%] of [professionals] report [surprising stat]. Here's what the top [Y%] do differently."

### Professional Tone Variations
- Replace "you" with "your team"
- Replace casual with business language
- Add industry-specific terminology
- Include B2B-specific benefits
```

### Google Ads

```markdown
## Google Ads Variations

### Headlines (30 char max)
**Pattern: [Benefit] [Qualifier]**
- "Cut Costs by 40% Today"
- "Faster Results Guaranteed"
- "[Product] for [Audience]"

**Pattern: [Action] [Result]**
- "Start Saving Now"
- "Get Free Quote Today"
- "See Demo in 2 Min"

### Descriptions (90 char max)
**Pattern: [Feature]. [Benefit]. [CTA].**
- "AI-powered analytics. Save 10 hours weekly. Start your free trial."
- "Trusted by 10K+ teams. Boost productivity 3x. See how it works."
```

## Variation Matrix

```markdown
## Generate Variations

### Base Ad Elements
**Hook:** [Winning hook]
**Body:** [Winning body]
**CTA:** [Winning CTA]
**Audience:** [Target]

### Variation Dimensions
| Dimension | Options |
|-----------|---------|
| Tone | Professional, Casual, Urgent |
| Hook type | Question, Statement, Statistic |
| Length | Short, Medium, Long |
| Focus | Pain, Gain, Fear, Logic |
| CTA | Direct, Soft, Question |

### Generated Variations
[Matrix of all combinations]
```

## Instructions

1. Share your top-performing ads with metrics
2. I'll identify winning patterns
3. Generate variations across dimensions
4. Organize by platform/audience
5. A/B test the new variations

## Commands

```
"Analyze these ad performance results"
"What patterns do my winners have?"
"Generate 20 variations of this ad"
"Adapt this ad for LinkedIn"
"Create Google Ads from this Facebook ad"
"Which variations should I test first?"
```

## Testing Strategy

### Priority Testing
1. Test hooks first (biggest impact)
2. Test CTAs second
3. Test body copy third
4. Test visual/format last

### Statistical Significance
- Minimum 100 conversions per variant
- Run for full 7-day cycle minimum
- Account for day-of-week variation
README.md

What This Does

Analyzes your best-performing ads to identify winning patterns (hooks, CTAs, formats), then generates variations for testing across Facebook, LinkedIn, Google, and other platforms.

Prerequisites

  • Claude Code installed
  • Historical ad performance data
  • Access to current ad copy

Setup Instructions

Step 1: Download the Template

Download the CLAUDE.md template below and save it to your marketing folder.

Step 2: Gather Your Data

Export your ad performance:

  • Ad copy text
  • CTR and conversion rates
  • Spend and results

Step 3: Analyze and Generate

Start the analysis:

Analyze these ads and identify winning patterns

Example Usage

"What patterns do my best ads have?"
"Generate 20 variations of this winning hook"
"Adapt this Facebook ad for LinkedIn"
"Create Google Ads from this copy"
"Which variations should I test first?"

What Gets Analyzed

  • Hooks: What stops the scroll
  • Body copy: What builds interest
  • CTAs: What drives action
  • Length: Optimal word counts by platform
  • Tone: What resonates with your audience

Best Practices

  1. Test hooks first - Biggest impact on performance
  2. One variable at a time - Know what moved the needle
  3. Platform-specific - What works on FB may not work on LinkedIn
  4. Statistical significance - Don't declare winners too early

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