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Meta (Facebook) Attribution For Partners

UNDERSTANDING THE BASICS

Meta (Facebook) Attribution For Partners

Everflow's Meta integration enables real-time conversion tracking through Meta's Conversions API, eliminating the need for website pixels while providing more reliable attribution data for networks and affiliates.

Overview

This integration connects Everflow with Meta Business Manager to provide seamless, real-time conversion tracking that goes beyond Meta's standard capabilities. By using Meta's Conversions API (CAPI), you can push conversion data directly from Everflow to Meta without placing pixels on websites, improving tracking accuracy and campaign optimization.

The setup process has been streamlined with the latest Meta SDK, making implementation straightforward for networks managing internal campaigns and affiliates running Meta ads. Remember that direct linking is required per Meta's policies—using redirect links could put your Meta account at risk.

Key Benefits

Real-Time Data Synchronization

Instant conversion data transmission to Meta Business Manager
Improved tracking accuracy and reliability
Better optimization capabilities for campaigns

Simplified Implementation

No direct website pixel placement required
Streamlined setup process with latest Meta SDK
No Meta Developer Settings app creation needed
Access Token generation through simplified process

Who Is This For?

This integration is specifically designed for:

Primary Users

Network operators managing internal Meta campaigns
Affiliates running Meta advertising campaigns
Performance marketers requiring precise attribution data

Secondary Users

Marketing teams needing consolidated reporting
Campaign managers seeking optimization insights
Technical teams implementing tracking solutions

Prerequisites

Prerequisite

Description

Required Accounts & Setup

Active Everflow account with configured offers

Meta Business Manager account

Proper access permissions in both platforms

Technical Requirements

Implementation of Javascript SDK for direct linking

Understanding of Meta's Conversions API

Ability to configure server-side tracking

Critical Requirements

Direct Linking Implementation: Must use Javascript SDK

NO Redirect Links: Using redirect links risks Meta account flagging

Offer Configuration: Active and properly configured offers in Everflow

Important Considerations

Direct linking is mandatory per Meta requirements

Redirect links usage may result in Meta account flags

Latest Meta SDK simplifies the integration process

Real-time data synchronization requires proper setup maintenance

Time and Resource Estimation

Setup Time: 15-30 minutes

Technical Expertise Level: Intermediate

Required Team Members: Marketing operations specialist or technical integration lead

A Step-By-Step Guide

Generate an Access Token

To use the Meta Conversions API, you will need an access token. Inside Events Manager, follow these steps:

Choose the Pixel you want to implement.

Select the Settings tab.

Find the Conversions API section and click on the Generate access token link under Set up manually, and follow the instructions pop-up:

The Generate access token link is only visible to users with developer privileges for the business. The link is hidden from other users.

Heads Up! Once the token is generated, be sure to keep a copy of it as you will not be able to see it again, and will need to enter it in Step #2.

Add Meta App (Meta) to your Everflow Partner Login

Navigate to Company Settings - Integrations, then click Add Business on the Meta Business Accounts card.

Fill in the fields with the information collected in Step #1 and Step #2. Business Name can be any name you choose. Save.

Setup Meta Pixel in Everflow

Navigate to Postbacks and decide whether you want to edit an existing postback or add a new one.

Under the Delivery Method, select Meta.

Under Postback Level, select Specific and choose the matching offer.

Under Meta Business, select the Business App created in Step #1.

Under Meta Pixel, select the ID. To find the ID or create a new one - [Click Here]

Under Meta Event Name, select the Event that matches the action of the Pixel.

Select Action Source. Please reference the documentation linked below to determine the value to enter here.
The action_source, as described by Meta: “This field allows you to specify where your conversions occurred. Knowing where your events took place helps ensure your ads go to the right people.”
[Action Source Documentation]

(**Optional if the Meta Event is a Purchase) Enter Meta Custom Data.

Click the Add button and input Currency {offer_currency}.

Click the Add button again and input Value {payout_amount}.

Scroll down to Meta User Data, and click the Add button.

Under Data Field, select Fbc. We recommend that you enter the following as the Value: fb.1.{timestamp}.{fbclid}

Once you have completed this setup in your Partner Portal, request the Network to complete the following in their Network Portal:

Navigate to Partners - Postback. Click Edit on the row of the pixel. Add the Event Source URL.

The event_source_url, as described by Meta: “The browser URL where the event happened.”
[Event Source URL Documentation]

Troubleshooting

Viewing API response from Meta (Facebook)

If you navigate to Reporting > Partner Postback Report you can see the attempts that were made to the Facebook Postback that was set up.

If you select the options on the failed attempt > View Debug Info

You will then be able to see the response from Meta (Facebook) as to why there was an error:

Required fbclid is missing from click parameters:

Meta will only receive a successful response if a fbclid is included in the click details. This can be viewed under the click details > Parameters of the click that was made:

If an affiliate is using direct linking, the fbclid will automatically be passed when a user clicks on the Meta Ad. If they are using direct linking, and there is no fbclid, then the click did not originate from Meta traffic.

If the partner is using a redirect tracking link, they will need to ensure &fbclid={fbclid} is appended to their Partner Tracking Link used in the Ad Placement.

Heads Up! Direct Linking is required by Meta and using Redirect Links will put the Meta Business Account at risk of being flagged by Meta.

FAQ

Will Everflow be able to pull the correct amount of conversions even if Meta's reporting is off?

Yes. Everflow receives conversions either from the first-party cookie or from a server call directly to our platform, with extremely high accuracy. Additionally, there are tools in place that record conversions even if the user deletes their cookies. Transparent reporting will tell you exactly how the conversion was attributed.

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