How to setup your config file to use Google Ads API

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Ever tried to run a Google Ads API to automate your campaigns but hit a roadblock on getting the OAuth2 Token? This guide is to help you get past that security road block.

You need 3 things to start using Google Ads API

1. Google Ads Developer Token
2. OAuth2 Token
3. Refresh Token

Google Ads Developer Token

1. Go to your Google Ads Account
2. If you never use Google Ads API, chances are you need to apply for it.

Sign in to your manager account(If you use a Manager Account) and navigate to TOOLS & SETTINGS > SETUP > API Center. The API Center option appears only for Google Ads manager accounts.

Fill up the form and apply

After you’ve completed the application process, the developer token shows up in your API Center with a Pending Approval status.

If your access level is on Test Access, I recommend to request for an upgrade. Standard is the way to go