When to use this prompt
When launching paid ads on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, or LinkedIn.
When testing new messaging angles or creative directions.
When you need high-converting copy fast without hiring an ad agency.
When targeting a new audience or promoting a new product feature.
The prompt
Create engaging social media ad copy for [INSERT PRODUCT OR SERVICE NAME] that targets [INSERT TARGET AUDIENCE]. Write multiple variations, including short-form, long-form, and punchy hook options. Focus on benefits, pain points, and strong CTAs.
Variables to replace:
Real-life example of how to use this prompt
To start, let's assume I'm a senior marketer at Ahrefs. The prompt in the context of Ahrefs would look like:
As you can see, this example emphasizes a clear target audience and product benefit focus, which is essential for crafting high-performing ad variations.
Example output from ChatGPT for this prompt
And here's the output:
⭐ Short-Form Ad Copy (Snappy & Scroll-Stopping)
1.
Stop guessing. Start fixing.
Run a full Site Audit with Ahrefs and reveal the issues holding your rankings back.
Audit now →
2.
Your content can’t rank if your site can’t perform.
Ahrefs’ Site Audit shows exactly what to fix—fast.
Optimize today.
3.
Crawl errors? Slow pages? Broken links?
Ahrefs finds them. You fix them. Rankings rise.
Run your audit →
4.
You can’t improve what you can’t see.
Ahrefs uncovers every SEO issue on your site.
Start your free audit.
5.
Level up your technical SEO in minutes.
Ahrefs makes site health simple, visual, and actionable.
Try Site Audit →
⭐ Long-Form Ad Copy (Benefit-Driven)
1.
If technical SEO is slowing your content down, you’re not alone.
SEO specialists and content marketers everywhere face the same issues—
⚠️ Slow-loading pages
⚠️ Broken links
⚠️ Duplicate content
⚠️ Crawlability problems
⚠️ Errors buried deep in the site structure
Ahrefs’ Site Audit Tool scans your entire site and translates complex technical issues into clear, prioritized fixes. No more hunting for problems. No more guesswork.
Just actionable insights that improve performance, rankings, and user experience.
Ready for a healthier site?
👉 Run your Site Audit with Ahrefs today.
2.
Your content strategy deserves more than a weak foundation.
Even the best content struggles to rank when your website has hidden technical issues.
Ahrefs’ Site Audit helps you:
🔍 Uncover site errors instantly
📊 Visualize SEO health with easy-to-understand reports
⚡ Identify performance bottlenecks
🧭 Get clear recommendations for every issue
📈 Improve rankings with data-backed fixes
Whether you're managing one site or dozens, Ahrefs gives you the clarity and confidence to fix problems before they impact traffic.
Stop losing organic visibility to avoidable issues.
Start auditing with Ahrefs →
3.
Technical SEO doesn’t have to be overwhelming.
Ahrefs’ Site Audit Tool crawls your website the way search engines do—spotting everything from broken redirects to JS rendering issues.
You get:
✔ Comprehensive crawl coverage
✔ Issue prioritization
✔ Custom filters
✔ Scheduled audits
✔ Beautiful, client-friendly reports
Perfect for SEO pros and content marketers who want performance without complexity.
Run your first audit and see what you've been missing.
⭐ Punchy Hooks (for the first line of an ad)
“Your rankings are only as strong as your site health.”
“Think your site is optimized? Ahrefs will tell you the truth.”
“Fix what’s hurting your traffic—starting today.”
“SEO issues hide. Ahrefs finds them.”
“Stop letting technical problems kill great content.”
“A 360° view of your site health—in minutes.”
“If Google sees it, Ahrefs sees it.”
“Rankings plateaued? Your technical SEO is trying to tell you something.”
Or to be more specific:
Pro tips
Add platform-specific requirements (e.g., TikTok style, LinkedIn professional tone).
Provide your product’s top 3 benefits for even sharper ad angles.
Request multiple emotional tones (urgent, inspirational, humorous) to A/B test.
Pair the copy with a visual direction (image, video concept, or hook style) for stronger impact.
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