Can Google Ads track Shopify's Google Shopping purchases?

Bath4All · ‎02-18-2025

Hi, since Shopify doesn't let me add google's conversion tracking code to the cart/checkout - how can google track my purchase conversions?

Thank you

EmmanuelFlossie · ‎02-18-2025

You can do so using my code, explained in the video below

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masoomi-saxena · ‎02-19-2025

Emmanuel has already provided you with the answer.

In case you are not proficient with coding, and, if you are okay with viewing all your conversion tracking analytics (that stem from Google ads) within Shopify itself you can use a Google ads conversion pixel like Nabu for Google Ads Pixel.

It offers a 1-click installation of Google ads conversion pixel, and also, no theme file changes are required. And you do get support for tracking important customer actions like add-to-cart, begin checkout, etc., and even enhanced conversions.

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Promer-Alena · ‎02-19-2025

Shopify locks down the checkout for security, so you can’t manually add tracking scripts there. But you can still track conversions using Google Ads Conversion Tracking via Shopify’s Google & YouTube app or Google Tag Manager (GTM). If you're on Shopify Plus, you can add custom scripts in the checkout. Otherwise, set up Enhanced Conversions in Google Ads to pull purchase data from Shopify automatically. Also, double-check that your Google Merchant Center and Shopify are properly linked for seamless tracking

Here some links that you can view:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E_XKpPILV9c

https://support.google.com/google-ads/answer/13494537?hl=en&

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J_mah · ‎02-19-2025

Hi Bath4all,

You can track the purchase event for google ads with Google Tag Manager GTM.

this process consists of 4 major steps:

1. Creating custom datalayer in custom pixel

2. Datalayer variables for event parameters( value, currency, transaction ID, and so on)

3. Trigger for every event( purchase or checkout)

4. Event tag for each event you want to track as you want to track purchase you would need only purchase event tag. assigning the datalayer variables and trigger to fire the tag.

Feel free to ask if you have any questions.

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Bath4All · ‎02-26-2025

Sent you an email. Thanks

DaisyVo · ‎03-06-2025

Hi @Bath4All

Shopify doesn’t allow direct code edits in checkout (unless you're on Shopify Plus), but you can still track conversions effectively. Here’s how:

Use Google Tag Manager (GTM)

Install GTM on your store by adding the GTM code in your theme.liquid file (inside <head> and <body>).
Set up GA4 in GTM, using the prebuilt Google Ads conversion tracking tag.
Enable Enhanced Ecommerce tracking in GA4 for better purchase data.

Use Shopify’s Google Channel (if using GA4)

Go to Shopify Admin → Settings → Customer Events and connect Google Analytics 4.
Shopify automatically sends purchase data to Google Ads.

Alternative: Conversion API (if using Meta ads)

Use Shopify’s Facebook & Google app to send purchase events via API (more reliable than browser tracking).

Best Solution? For me, GTM + GA4 setup gives full control without needing Shopify Plus. If you’re running serious ads, use server-side tracking for more accuracy.

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CedarJovan · ‎03-10-2025

Yes, Google Ads can still track your Shopify Google Shopping purchases even though Shopify doesn’t let you add conversion tracking code directly to the checkout.

The best way to do this is by using Google Tag Manager (GTM) and Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to set up purchase conversion tracking. Shopify sends purchase data to GA4, and then GA4 can send that data to Google Ads using conversion imports.

Another option is to use Shopify’s Google & YouTube app, which automatically tracks conversions and sends them to Google Ads. However, this method is limited and may not be as accurate as setting up tracking manually with GTM and GA4.

If you need help setting up proper conversion tracking, I can guide you through it. Let me know what you've tried so far!

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Can Google Ads track Shopify's Google Shopping purchases?