google-trends

Retrieves historical Google Trends data for keyword comparison and regional insights.

Updated Feb 17, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/gnestor/claude-workflow-plugin --skill google-trends
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Skill: google-trends
Source: https://github.com/gnestor/claude-workflow-plugin/tree/main/.claude/skills/google/trends
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/gnestor/claude-workflow-plugin --skill google-trends

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Enables programmatic access to Google Trends data for trend analysis, keyword comparison, and regional insights, reducing manual lookups and data collection work.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Trend tracking: Retrieve interest over time for single or multiple terms.
  • Regional insights: Get geographic distribution of interest for a term.
  • Related queries and topics: Discover related searches and topics to inform content strategy.
  • Use Case: A marketer wants to compare product keywords over the past year and export results to JSON for dashboards.

Quick Start

Use the trends client to fetch historical interest for a list of terms and view the structured results.

Frequently Asked Questions about google-trends

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I get programmatic access to Google Trends data for keyword analysis?

You can get programmatic access to Google Trends data by configuring an environment variable with your API key to retrieve historical interest, regional breakdowns, and related queries for keyword analysis.

What is the best way to compare search interest over time for multiple keywords?

The best way to compare search interest over time for multiple keywords is to use a programmatic Trends client that fetches historical data and outputs structured JSON results for your dashboards.

Do I need an API key to retrieve geographic distribution and related queries?

Yes, you need an API key to retrieve geographic distribution and related queries. You must configure your environment with the specific API key to access the alpha Google Trends API.

Can I use this approach to find related searches for my content strategy?

Yes, you can use this approach to find related searches and topics for your content strategy by querying the Google Trends API to discover relevant search terms within a defined scope.

How does programmatic trend tracking reduce manual data collection work?

Programmatic trend tracking reduces manual data collection work by automating the retrieval of interest over time, geographic insights, and related queries directly into structured JSON formats.

What are the limitations of using the alpha Google Trends API for regional insights?

Limitations of using the alpha Google Trends API for regional insights include requiring specific environment setup and being subject to the constraints of an alpha-stage API for data retrieval.