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How to Configure Facebook (Meta) Ads Pixel Destination in Upstack Data

This guide shows you how to set up the Facebook (Meta) Ads Pixel in Upstack Data for accurate conversion tracking with pixel and CAPI.

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Written by Fin
Updated over a week ago

Quick Summary

  • Click "+ New Destination" and select Facebook Advertising.

  • Enter your Pixel ID with "AW-" prefix.

  • Add your Conversions API token.

  • Enable CAPI checkbox and create configuration.

What this Setup Enables?

Setting up the Facebook (Meta) Ads pixel destination in Upstack Data enables dual tracking via browser pixel and server-side CAPI, ensuring accurate conversion data despite iOS restrictions and ad blockers.


Configuration Steps

Step 1: Sign in to Upstack Data


Step 2: Add new Facebook Pixel Destination in Upstack Data

  • On your Upstack Data dashboard, click "+ New Destination" in the right-hand corner of your browser window.

Add New Destination

  • In the "Select a Destination" popup window, click on "Facebook Advertising".

Facebook Pixel Configuration


Step 3: Enter Your Credentials

  • Populate the form with your:

    1. Facebook Ads Pixel (Dataset) ID (15-16 digit number)

    2. Check the box "Check to enable sending events via Facebook Conversions API".

    3. Conversions API Token (starts with "EAA")

⚠️ Important: The checkbox must be selected for server-side tracking to work.


Step 4: Create Configuration

  • Click Create Configuration button.

Success! 🎉 You should see a confirmation message and the Facebook Ads destination will appear as "Healthy" in your destinations list.

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