How to Get Your LinkedIn Ads API Key
Blog post from Unified.to
To access the LinkedIn Ads API, users must create a LinkedIn Developer app, undergo an approval process for the Advertising API, and utilize a 3-legged OAuth flow to obtain access tokens, as there is no simple API key. This process involves submitting a detailed access-request form, specifically for qualified ads management, reporting, or marketing-platform use cases, while generic data collection requests are typically rejected. The OAuth flow requires an exact redirect URI and is necessary for any ads or marketing activities, as the 2-legged client-credentials flow is not permitted for these APIs. Developers must securely store client secrets, manage tokens per member, and adhere to LinkedIn's rate limits. Unified.to offers a streamlined solution by collapsing multiple ad platforms into a single integration, handling platform-specific authorization processes, and providing a unified API for cross-platform ad management.