Granting manager access to your Google Ads account is essential when you collaborate with marketing professionals, agencies, or team members who help manage your ad campaigns. This guide will walk you through the steps to grant manager access safely and efficiently.
Why Grant Manager Access?
Manager access allows others to view, manage, and optimize your Google Ads campaigns without sharing your account credentials. It ensures that your campaigns run smoothly while maintaining security and control over your account.
Step-by-Step Guide to Grant Manager Access
Step 1: Log in to Your Google Ads Account
- Navigate to Google Ads and sign in with your account credentials.
- Once logged in, you will see the Google Ads dashboard.
Step 2: Access Account Settings
- In the top right corner, click on the tools icon (wrench) to open the “Tools and Settings” menu.
- Under the “Setup” column, click on “Access and security.”
Step 3: Invite a New User
- On the “Access and security” page, click on the blue plus button (+) to add a new user.
- A pop-up window will appear where you can enter the email address of the person you want to grant access to.
Step 4: Set Access Level
- After entering the email address, choose the appropriate access level for the new user. The options include:
- Admin: Full control over the account, including managing users.
- Standard: Ability to view and manage campaigns without access to user management.
- Read Only: View-only access to the account, without the ability to make changes.
- Email Only: Can receive notifications but cannot view or manage the account.
- Select the access level that matches the user’s role and responsibilities.
Step 5: Send Invitation
- Once you have selected the access level, click on “Send invitation.”
- The invited user will receive an email with instructions to accept the invitation and access your Google Ads account.
Step 6: Confirm and Manage Access
- After the user accepts the invitation, their status will change from “pending” to “active” on the “Access and security” page.
- You can manage and modify user access at any time by returning to the “Access and security” page and selecting the user you want to edit or remove.
Tips for Managing User Access
- Regularly Review Access: Periodically review who has access to your account and adjust permissions as necessary.
- Assign Appropriate Roles: Only grant admin access to trusted individuals to minimize security risks.
- Remove Inactive Users: Remove users who no longer need access to ensure your account remains secure.
Conclusion
Granting manager access on Google Ads is a straightforward process that enhances collaboration while maintaining control and security over your ad campaigns. By following these steps, you can efficiently manage who has access to your account and ensure your campaigns are in capable hands.
For more tips and insights on managing your Google Ads campaigns, stay tuned to our blog!