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Bid Optimization

Automate campaign optimization with intelligent rules.

Optimization Rules

Create automated rules to optimize campaigns based on performance.

Rule Types

Rule TypeAction
Budget IncreaseRaise budget when performing well
Budget DecreaseLower budget when underperforming
Bid IncreaseRaise bids for better placement
Bid DecreaseLower bids to control costs
Pause CampaignStop underperforming campaigns
Enable CampaignRestart paused campaigns
Audience ExpansionBroaden targeting
Audience RestrictionNarrow targeting
Placement OptimizationAdjust ad placements

Creating Rules

  1. Go to Ad CampaignsAutomation
  2. Click Create Rule
  3. Configure:
    • Rule name
    • Trigger conditions
    • Action to take
    • Limits and constraints
  4. Set schedule
  5. Activate rule

Trigger Conditions

Set rules based on metrics:

MetricOperators
ROASGreater than, Less than
CTRAbove, Below threshold
CPAExceeds, Under limit
SpendReaches percentage
ConversionsAbove, Below count

Operators:

  • Greater than
  • Less than
  • Equals
  • Between range

Timeframes

Monitor metrics over:

  • Last hour
  • Last 24 hours
  • Last 7 days
  • Last 30 days
  • Custom period

Rule Configuration

Priority Levels

  • High - Execute immediately
  • Medium - Standard processing
  • Low - Execute when resources allow

Execution Options

OptionDescription
FrequencyHow often to check
Max ChangeLimit per execution
Manual ApprovalRequire confirmation
ScheduleActive hours/days

Safety Limits

Set maximum changes:

  • Maximum budget increase (%)
  • Maximum bid adjustment (%)
  • Daily change limits
  • Minimum spend thresholds

Performance Tracking

Rule Metrics

Track each rule's effectiveness:

  • Success rate
  • Total triggers
  • Average impact
  • Cost savings
  • Revenue gains

Optimization History

View all automated changes:

  • Date and time
  • Rule triggered
  • Action taken
  • Before/after values
  • Impact on performance

Smart Optimization

AI Recommendations

The system suggests optimizations:

  • Underperforming campaigns
  • Budget reallocation opportunities
  • Bid adjustment recommendations
  • Audience optimization ideas

Automated Insights

Get alerts for:

  • Unusual performance changes
  • Budget pacing issues
  • Optimization opportunities
  • Rule conflicts

Example Rules

Increase Budget for High ROAS

IF ROAS > 3.0 for last 7 days
AND Spend < 80% of budget
THEN Increase budget by 20%
LIMIT Max 50% total increase

Pause Low Performers

IF CPA > $50 for last 7 days
AND Conversions < 5
THEN Pause campaign
NOTIFY Team via email

Bid Adjustment

IF CTR < 1% for last 3 days
AND Impressions > 10,000
THEN Decrease bid by 10%
LIMIT Min bid $0.50

Best Practices

  • Start with conservative rules
  • Monitor rule performance
  • Set appropriate limits
  • Review automated changes regularly
  • Use manual approval for large changes

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