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    Meta Attribution Changes: What Marketers Need to Know

    Adapt to Facebook/Instagram's evolving measurement. Post-iOS14 attribution strategies.

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    iOS 14.5 transformed Meta advertising measurement. Shorter windows, modeled conversions, and aggregated data are the new normal. Here's how to adapt.

    What Changed

    • Attribution windows: From 28-day to 7-day click
    • Reporting delays: Up to 72 hours for some conversions
    • Aggregated measurement: Limited events per domain
    • Modeled conversions: Estimates filling data gaps

    Adaptation Strategies

    • Implement Conversions API for better data
    • Focus on first-party data collection
    • Use broader targeting with less granularity

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