Email β†’ Advertising Updated Jan 2026

How to connect Gmail to Google Ads

Stop dealing with manual email management. This guide shows you how to automatically Create Campaign in Google Ads whenever New Email Received happens inside Gmail.

Gmail
Gmail
Trigger
via Make.com
Google Ads
Google Ads
Action
⏱️ Setup: 5 min πŸ’° Free tier available πŸ”§ No code required

Why automate this workflow?

Manual processes introduce delays and errors. With this automation you automated communication with customers. It runs 24/7 so your team never misses key context.

πŸ’‘ Pro tip: Start with a simple workflow, then add filters once validated.

Step-by-step implementation

  1. 1

    Create a scenario in Make.com

    Sign up or log in. Click "Create a new scenario" and choose Gmail as the first module.

  2. 2

    Configure the trigger

    Select New Email Received inside Gmail. Authorize your account and set any filters you need.

  3. 3

    Add the Google Ads action

    Choose "Create Campaign" and map fields from the trigger. Test once and turn it on.

  4. 4

    Test and activate

    Click "Run once" to test. If everything works, turn on your scenario.

Free vs Pro: Which Plan?

Free is great for testing. Pro is better for business.

Free Plan

$0/mo

  • βœ• 1,000 ops/month
  • βœ• 2 scenarios
  • βœ• 15-min interval
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Pro Plan

$9/mo

  • βœ“ 10,000+ ops/month
  • βœ“ Unlimited scenarios
  • βœ“ 1-min interval
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FAQ

Is this integration free?

Yes. The free tier of most automation platforms supports a few hundred operations per monthβ€”perfect for piloting.

Do I need to code?

No. Everything is handled via drag-and-drop builders. Advanced users can still inject custom logic if needed.

How long does setup take?

Most users complete setup in under 5 minutes.

What if automation fails?

Make.com logs all executions. You can see what went wrong and replay.