AdMob Reporting API with Google Service Account

Bahattin Cinic

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Feb 11, 2021, 8:33:05 AM2/11/21

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Hi,

We would like to fetch our reporting data from AdMob Reporting API.

We do not have a user interface. That's why we need to use a Google service account. But I get an error when I try to get a report with a service account credential.

Example API request is below;

When I have investigated the problem, I realized that it doesn't work with the service account. Because I was able to get the report with OAuth desktop App.

As I said before we don't have a customer interface to get relevant permission from users.

- How can I fetch reporting data in the background task?

- Is it possible to generate infinite (never expire) access tokens?

Thanks.

AdMob API Forum Advisor

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Feb 16, 2021, 3:10:14 PM2/16/21

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Hello there,

Thank you for reaching to the forum. Currently, we do not support service accounts, but will take your feedback into consideration into our prioritization planning.

In regards to the 401 UNAUTHENTICATED error, please see our Common Errors page. Please see the responses to your other questions below.

1. How can I fetch reporting data in the background task?

Based on your implementation, you can call the AdMob API for reporting data at a recurring time interval, however, please follow our quota limits and guidance on getting report data efficiently.

2. Is it possible to generate infinite (never expire) access tokens?

It is not possible to generate infinite access tokens. However, a refresh token allows your application to obtain new access tokens, however, they may expire in the following circumstances. The AdMob API's OAuth Playground guide instructs users on how to retrieve their credentials and tokens.

Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any additional questions.