Google Ads · Final URL suffix

Northbeam → Google Ads tracking template

Northbeam uses a packed nbt= parameter in Google Ads Final URL suffix (not Tracking template).

Pairing with ClickPatrol? Keep Northbeam in the suffix and put ClickPatrol in Tracking template — ClickPatrol + Northbeam recipe.

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Final URL suffix 
nbt=nb%3Aadwords%3A{network}%3A{campaignid}%3A{adgroupid}%3A{creative}

How to install

  1. Open Google Ads → Admin → Account settings → Tracking.
  2. Paste into Final URL suffix (not Tracking template).
  3. Save, then verify a click URL contains your parameters.

Why Final URL suffix

Northbeam documents this as a suffix so it can sit next to UTMs and redirect trackers without replacing the Tracking template field.

With ClickPatrol

Use ClickPatrol + Northbeam for the dual-field setup.

FAQ

Where do I paste the Northbeam → Google Ads template?

Paste into the Final URL suffix field in Google Ads account tracking settings.

Will this break my landing page URL?

Templates that start with {lpurl} or include u={lpurl} / url={lpurl} preserve your final URL. Always run the platform URL test after saving.