Google releases Ad Manager API v202408

Google rolled out version 202408 of its Ad Manager API, introducing new capabilities for advertisers and publishers.

Why we care. The update enhances contextual targeting options and provides new tools for managing and analyzing ad supply chains, potentially improving ad relevance and transparency.

Key features:

• Contextual targeting: Advertisers can now use ContentLabelTargeting and VerticalTargeting for more precise ad placement.
• Supply chain diagnostics: The new AdsTxtService allows reading of Multiple Customer Management (MCM) supply chain diagnostics.
• Updated reporting: The VIDEO_PLACEMENT_NAME dimension has been replaced with VIDEO_PLCMT_NAME, aligning with the latest IAB definition.

What’s next. Advertisers and publishers using the Google Ad Manager API should review the full release notes to understand all changes and potential impacts on their operations.

Bottom line. The v202408 update is now live, offering new tools for more targeted advertising and improved supply chain management in the digital ad ecosystem.