How to connect Captions and Google Ads
Create a New Scenario to Connect Captions and Google Ads
In the workspace, click the “Create New Scenario” button.

Add the First Step
Add the first node – a trigger that will initiate the scenario when it receives the required event. Triggers can be scheduled, called by a Captions, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, Captions or Google Ads will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Captions or Google Ads, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.

Add the Captions Node
Select the Captions node from the app selection panel on the right.

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Configure the Captions
Click on the Captions node to configure it. You can modify the Captions URL and choose between DEV and PROD versions. You can also copy it for use in further automations.
Add the Google Ads Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Captions node, select Google Ads from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Google Ads.

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Authenticate Google Ads
Now, click the Google Ads node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Google Ads settings. Authentication allows you to use Google Ads through Latenode.
Configure the Captions and Google Ads Nodes
Next, configure the nodes by filling in the required parameters according to your logic. Fields marked with a red asterisk (*) are mandatory.
Set Up the Captions and Google Ads Integration
Use various Latenode nodes to transform data and enhance your integration:
- Branching: Create multiple branches within the scenario to handle complex logic.
- Merging: Combine different node branches into one, passing data through it.
- Plug n Play Nodes: Use nodes that don’t require account credentials.
- Ask AI: Use the GPT-powered option to add AI capabilities to any node.
- Wait: Set waiting times, either for intervals or until specific dates.
- Sub-scenarios (Nodules): Create sub-scenarios that are encapsulated in a single node.
- Iteration: Process arrays of data when needed.
- Code: Write custom code or ask our AI assistant to do it for you.

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Save and Activate the Scenario
After configuring Captions, Google Ads, and any additional nodes, don’t forget to save the scenario and click "Deploy." Activating the scenario ensures it will run automatically whenever the trigger node receives input or a condition is met. By default, all newly created scenarios are deactivated.
Test the Scenario
Run the scenario by clicking “Run once” and triggering an event to check if the Captions and Google Ads integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Captions and Google Ads (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Captions and Google Ads
Captions + Slack: When a new AI ad video is generated in Captions, send a message to a Slack channel for team review.
Captions + Google Sheets: Track the status of AI ad video generations in Captions and update a Google Sheet with the information.
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About Captions
Need accurate, automated captions for videos? Integrate Captions with Latenode to generate and sync subtitles across platforms. Automate video accessibility for marketing, training, or support. Latenode adds scheduling, file handling, and error control to Captions, making scalable captioning workflows simple and efficient.
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Use Google Ads in Latenode to automate campaign management and reporting. Pull ad performance data, adjust bids based on real-time events, or trigger alerts for budget changes. Combine with other apps to build custom marketing workflows. Latenode's flexibility avoids rigid, pre-built integrations and costly per-step pricing.
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FAQ Captions and Google Ads
How can I connect my Captions account to Google Ads using Latenode?
To connect your Captions account to Google Ads on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Captions and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Captions and Google Ads accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automate ad creation based on Captions transcripts?
Yes, you can! Latenode allows you to automatically generate Google Ads copy from Captions transcripts using AI, saving time and ensuring consistent messaging across platforms.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Captions with Google Ads?
Integrating Captions with Google Ads allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically creating ad headlines from video transcripts.
- Pausing ad campaigns when new videos aren't available.
- Updating ad descriptions with relevant video summaries.
- Tracking ad performance based on Captions analytics data.
- Generating audience lists based on video content engagement.
How do I monitor Captions performance within Latenode?
Latenode allows you to centralize your Captions and Google Ads data for comprehensive reporting and performance analysis. Build custom dashboards in minutes!
Are there any limitations to the Captions and Google Ads integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Access to historical Captions data may be subject to Captions API limits.
- Google Ads API usage is subject to Google's rate limits.
- Complex workflows may require advanced JavaScript knowledge.