Question

Is there a way to track campaigns using only the Google Ads ID and no login?

Answer 1

Short answer: No, you can't track live campaign data using just a Google Ads ID without logging in or having access.

But let’s break down why and what workarounds exist.

Why It’s Not Possible

The Google Ads ID (a 10-digit number like 123-456-7890) is simply an identifier.
It does not grant access to the account or any campaign performance data on its own. Google protects this data strictly due to:

• Privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA)

• Account security

• Advertiser integrity

Workarounds (If You Don’t Want to Share Login)

If you're trying to track campaigns without logging in yourself or without giving full access, try these options:

1. MCC (Manager Account) Access

Ask the account owner to:

• Link their account to your Google Ads MCC

• Once linked, you can track and manage campaigns without needing their login credentials.

2. Third-Party Reporting Tools

If you’re an agency or stakeholder:

• Use tools like Looker Studio, Supermetrics, or Triple Whale that connect with authorized access.

• These tools still require OAuth or token-based login once—but allow ongoing tracking without logging into the Google Ads dashboard every time.

3. Scheduled Email Reports

If you just need to see performance:

• Ask the account holder to set up scheduled performance reports sent to your email.

• These contain metrics like clicks, impressions, cost, conversions.

What You Can’t Do with Just the ID:

• View or edit campaigns

• Pull keyword or placement data

• Track conversions

• Access billing or spend reports

What the Google Ads ID is good for:

• Verifying account identity

• Sending an invite from your MCC

• Troubleshooting with support

• Cross-referencing accounts in larger agencies

Unless you're granted access (read-only or admin), the Google Ads ID alone is just a number. You’ll need actual permissions, either directly in Google Ads or via API-connected tools, to track anything meaningful.