Case Study: How We Scaled a Shopify Brand from $10K to $100K with Google Ads

Scaling a Shopify store can feel overwhelming. Many brands get stuck spending thousands on ads without seeing a real return. At Thrive Converters, we’ve helped 300+ e-commerce businesses overcome that barrier and achieve consistent, profitable growth.

In this case study, I’ll walk you through how we scaled one Shopify brand from $10K/month to $100K/month in revenue using a proven Google Ads strategy.


The Challenge

This Shopify brand (fashion niche) had strong products and organic sales but struggled to scale with paid ads.

  • Ad spend was spread across different campaigns without focus.
  • Their Google Merchant Center feed was poorly optimized.
  • They lacked conversion tracking, making it impossible to measure ROAS.
  • Competitors were outbidding them and winning visibility.

The result? Despite spending, they were stuck at $10K/month revenue with no clear path to scale.


Our Approach

1. Data & Tracking Setup

We started by cleaning up tracking with Google Tag Manager + GA4, ensuring every purchase and conversion value was recorded accurately.

2. Product Feed Optimization

We optimized their Merchant Center feed by:

  • Writing keyword-rich product titles.
  • Adding high-quality lifestyle images.
  • Segmenting products by margin and performance with custom labels.

3. Campaign Restructure

Instead of scattered ads, we built a clear structure:

  • Performance Max Campaigns to scale and reach across Google’s network.
  • Standard Shopping campaigns for tighter control.
  • Search Campaigns targeting high-intent branded & competitor keywords.
  • Remarketing Campaigns on YouTube & Display to bring back browsers.

4. Smart Bidding & Ongoing Optimization

We used Maximize Conversions first, then switched to tROAS bidding once enough data was collected.
We also:

  • Added negative keywords to cut waste.
  • A/B tested ad copy and creatives weekly.
  • Monitored product-level performance and scaled top sellers.

The Results

Within 90 days, the brand went from:

  • Revenue: $10K/month → $100K/month
  • ROAS: 1.8x → 7.4x
  • Ad Spend Efficiency: -32% in wasted spend
  • Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC): reduced by 41%

The store didn’t just grow in sales — it became profitable and scalable.


Key Takeaways

  • Tracking is non-negotiable. Without data, scaling is guesswork.
  • Your product feed is your storefront. A weak feed = poor ad performance.
  • Campaign structure matters. Focused campaigns outperform scattered spending.
  • Optimization is ongoing. Test, refine, and scale continuously.

Final Thoughts

This case study proves that with the right strategy, Shopify brands can scale from stuck to unstoppable.

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