Setting Up Automatic Click Tracking Template with Google Ads
Connect your Google Ads account to ClickSambo for a streamlined setup. ClickSambo will automatically apply its unique Tracking Template to your Google Ads account (at the account level, specific to your domain) and ensure Google Ads Auto-tagging is enabled, saving you manual configuration.
Prerequisites:
An active ClickSambo account.
An active Google Ads account with administrative permissions.
Automatic Setup Steps:
1. Initiate Connection in ClickSambo:
a. Log in to your ClickSambo account.
b. Navigate to Settings > Account Settings > Connections tab.
c. Find the domain you wish to connect and click its blue "Connect" button (usually in an "Actions" column).
2. Authorize Access via Google:
a. You will be redirected to a Google sign-in/authorization page.
b. Log in with the Google account that has administrative access to your Google Ads account.
c. Carefully review the permissions ClickSambo requests (it needs access to manage campaign tracking settings to apply the template and check auto-tagging). Grant permissions by clicking "Allow" or "Approve."
3. Verify Connection & Key Google Ads Settings:
a. In ClickSambo: After successful authorization, return to the Connections page. The status next to your domain should indicate it's connected (e.g., the button may now show "Disconnect").
b. In Google Ads (allow a few minutes for sync):
i. Go to Settings > Account settings > Tracking. Verify that the ClickSambo Tracking Template URL (e.g., https://ping.clicksambo.com/tracker/...) has been automatically populated.
ii. Go to Account settings > Auto-tagging. Critically, ensure the setting "Tag the URL that people click through from my ad" is enabled. This is essential for ClickSambo's tracking and gclid parameter functionality.
This automatic setup ensures seamless integration for accurate click tracking by correctly configuring your Google Ads Tracking Template and enabling Auto-tagging. If you encounter issues, please consult ClickSambo support.