How to Set Up Google Ads Real-Time Alerts on iPhone

AdsWatch delivers configurable push notifications and haptic Apple Watch alerts for the events that matter — so you catch problems in minutes, not hours.

The 4 Alert Types That Matter

Not all Google Ads problems are equal. These four cover the critical failure modes of any active campaign:

Budget exhaustion: Notifies at 80% and 100% of daily budget consumed

Campaign paused: Instant alert if any active campaign stops for any reason

CTR drop: Warns when click-through rate falls below your defined floor

Spend spike: Alerts when hourly spend is abnormally high

Setting Up Alerts in AdsWatch

Open AdsWatch on iPhone. Tap Settings then Alerts. For each type, set a threshold and delivery method: push notification, Apple Watch haptic, or both.

Enable notifications for AdsWatch in iOS Settings first

Open AdsWatch then Settings then Alerts

Toggle each alert type and set threshold values

Test with a low threshold to confirm delivery

Adjust thresholds to match your campaign scale

Getting Alerts on Apple Watch

Once configured on iPhone, alerts arrive as haptic taps on your Apple Watch. Critical events produce a stronger pattern than informational ones. No phone required.

What AdsWatch Alerts Do Not Do

AdsWatch is a monitoring tool only. It does not make automatic changes to your campaigns. All alerts are read-only notifications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can AdsWatch alerts wake me up at night?

Yes if your iOS notification settings allow it. We recommend scheduling Do Not Disturb for overnight hours.

Can I set thresholds per campaign?

Currently AdsWatch uses account-level thresholds. Per-campaign thresholds are on the product roadmap.

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AdsWatch gives you real-time Google Ads metrics on iPhone, Apple Watch, and your Home Screen. Set alerts, track spend, and never miss a campaign issue — even away from your desk.

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