Google Analytics Integration Guide
Last updated: March 6, 2026
Overview
Track link clicks and conversions in GA4. Auto-append UTM parameters to affiliate links.
Adding the app (required)
- Sign in to Pointerly.
- Open Dashboard > Integrations.
- Open Google Analytics.
- Click Connect.
- Complete provider authorization and grant requested permissions.
- Return to Pointerly and confirm status is Connected.
Need help with setup? Go to troubleshooting or contact support@pointerly.com.
Usage (required)
Connect Google Analytics reporting context
Use case: Bring campaign and link performance context into analytics workflows.
Prerequisites:
- Google Analytics connected
- Open provider settings in Integrations.
- Configure report property/source settings.
- Save and run report fetch or tracking validation.
Removing the app (required)
Disconnect from Pointerly
- Open Dashboard > Integrations > Google Analytics.
- Click Disconnect.
Remove from provider account
- Open Google Analytics connected apps/integrations settings.
- Remove or revoke Pointerly app access.
Deauthorization implications
- Integration state is set to disconnected in Pointerly.
- Stored OAuth token fields are cleared.
- Provider API actions are blocked until reconnect.
Troubleshooting
OAuth connect fails
- Retry connection from Dashboard > Integrations.
- Confirm you are authorizing the intended provider account.
- Verify team has required plan/add-on entitlement for this provider.
Permission or scope errors
- Reconnect the integration and approve requested scopes.
- Check provider settings to ensure required account-level permissions are granted.