Connecting Ad Networks and Data Sources
To get comprehensive analytics and insights, you'll need to connect your ad networks and other data sources to AppRevBooster. This enables the platform to track revenue, ad spend, and provide optimization recommendations.
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Supported Data Sources
AppRevBooster integrates with major ad networks and platforms:
- Google Ads - Search, display, and app campaigns
- AdMob - Mobile app advertising
- Facebook Ads - Social media advertising
- Apple Search Ads - App Store advertising
- Unity Ads - Gaming-focused advertising
- App Store Connect - iOS app analytics
- Google Play Console - Android app analytics
Connecting Your First Data Source
- Go to Integrations in the dashboard
- Select the ad network or platform you want to connect
- Choose your authentication method:
- OAuth: Secure login with your existing account
- API Keys: Manual configuration with API credentials
- CSV Upload: Manual data import (limited functionality)
- Follow the platform-specific setup instructions
- Verify data synchronization by checking for incoming data in the Revenue Dashboard
Google Ads Integration
To connect Google Ads:
- Click Connect Google Ads in the Integrations section
- Sign in with your Google account that has access to Google Ads
- Grant AppRevBooster permission to access your advertising data
- Select which Google Ads accounts to sync
- Configure data refresh frequency (recommended: every 4 hours)
Important: Ensure your Google Ads account is active and has campaign data before connecting.
AdMob Integration
For AdMob integration:
- Navigate to Integrations > AdMob
- Use OAuth to connect your Google account with AdMob access
- Select the AdMob apps you want to track
- Configure revenue and impression tracking
- Set up automatic data synchronization
API Key Configuration
Some platforms require manual API key setup:
- Log into your ad network's dashboard
- Navigate to API settings or developer tools
- Generate a new API key with read permissions
- Copy the API key and paste it into AppRevBooster
- Test the connection to ensure data flows correctly
Data Synchronization
Once connected, AppRevBooster will:
- Sync automatically every few minutes for near real-time updates
- Import historical data (typically 90 days, varies by platform)
- Normalize data formats across different ad networks
- Detect and resolve data discrepancies
Manual Data Sync
If you need to force a data refresh:
- Go to the Integrations page
- Find the connected data source
- Click the Sync Now button
- Monitor the sync status in the notifications panel
Troubleshooting Connection Issues
- Authentication failed: Re-authenticate with fresh credentials
- No data appearing: Check if your ad accounts have recent activity
- Sync errors: Verify API permissions and account access
- Incomplete data: Some platforms have data delays of 24-48 hours
Data Sources Connected!
Great! Your data sources are now connected. You can start exploring your revenue dashboard and analytics.
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