How connectors work
To utilise a connector, follow these simple steps:
Identify the type of data source you are going to create a connector for and the required report type you wish to use. You can explore the currently available data source connectors here. We are constantly working on developing connectors for new data sources to cater to the evolving needs of the digital marketing industry.
Set up a connector in Alvie, following the instructions provided below.
Access the required data directly in BigQuery.
How to set up a connector
To set up a connector, follow these steps:
Access the left-hand menu.
Navigate to Data and reporting.
Select Connectors.
Click on the 'Create new connector' button.
For a visual guide on how to create a connector, you can refer to the video provided.
The entire process consists of several steps:
Each type of connector may have different settings available during the setup process. However, there is a basic approach to connector setup, we encourage you to review the connector settings for the specific connector you are interested in.
Step 1: Select the name, data source type and account. Choose the type of connector you would like to create. You can learn more about available connectors here.
Step 2: Select the report type. Choose from the ready-made reports or create your own user-defined report with the required parameters.
Step 3: Define the required data ranges. Specify which data to refresh on each run and set the schedule for the run.
Step 4: Define the required data targets and schedule. Identify the desired data targets and set up a schedule for running the connector.
Step 5: Activate the connector. To proceed with the next steps, simply complete the creation process.