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Customer reviews: Google & YouTube

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Reviews (3,925)

Overall rating
4.5

What Merchants Think

The "Google & YouTube" app receives mixed reviews from merchants. While some appreciate its integration and seamless workflow, others encounter numerous issues with account suspensions, product misrepresentations, and weak customer support. The overall sentiment suggests that while the app has the potential to enhance business operations, many users face significant technical and support-related challenges.

Key Strengths

  • Intuitive and user-friendly interface.
  • Seamless integration with Google tools for efficient collaboration.
  • Automatic handling of advertising and business workflows.
  • Positive impact on sales and business efficiency for many users.
  • Easy setup for those targeting basic functionalities.

Common Concerns

  • Frequent account suspensions for vague "misrepresentation" reasons.
  • Lack of effective support and slow response times from Google.
  • Complexity in setting up conversion tracking with Google Analytics.
  • Technical bugs and sync issues with Shopify and Google Merchant Center.
  • Redundant processes and misclassification of products.

Final Thoughts

Overall, the "Google & YouTube" app meets diverse reception. It is well-suited for businesses looking to leverage Google's integration capabilities, yet its operational stability and support system need improvements. Addressing technical concerns and enhancing customer support are pivotal for maximizing its effectiveness and achieving user satisfaction.

Dope Skin Co

Jan 13, 2025  on Shopify

We've set the app up as instructed. The Conversion data in Google Analytics is way off actual. We've contacted Google regarding the issue and they have basically said they cant help. Hopeless!

KaffeExpert.dk

Dec 19, 2024  on Shopify

Update 20/12-24 Installed app again, not usefull and still the same issue. Can not even find my google merchant account in the app on shopify. I wonder what respons will be this time LOL Update. finally free listing was approved and products showing again. 2 days later it gets the same F...ng error with misinformation and all the same and NO there is not misinformation. This app is so completely useless!! Completely useless - google merchant center integration is bad. I have several webshops and suddenly my new webshop gets flaged and suspende formisrepresentation. And All info etc are 100% in good order with googles own standard. also NO help from google, but they clearly dont care as MANY MANY people state in here google are EXTREMLY vague about what issue i, I am 100% sure they dont even know themself. Also its AI bots 97% of the time that respons to you. and IF your lucky to get hold of a" real human, they dont do anything to help. Just dismiss everything! Worst company EVER and worst support EVER! I do so much hope The EU gets to divide alpabet and google browser in to small pieces. Google is a disgrace and harms alot of hard working and honest peoples living. maybe its time to stand together and sue them? I am already looking in to it with a lawyer.

SOSYAL CLIMBERS

Dec 13, 2024  on Shopify

**Please Read This** My account is suspended for misrepresentation, but my website is fully transparent. Policies, secure payments (Visa, PayPal, etc.), and SSL are in place. I lack reviews as my site isn’t popular yet—how can I highlight reviews if none exist? Even Shopify's team found no issues. I’ve followed all Merchant Center SEO rules and provided required policies, yet I’m still rejected. I offer 1-2 day delivery in India. You again suspended my account after I submitted a good review.

KaffeExpert.dk

Dec 06, 2024  on Shopify

Update. finally free listing was approved and products showing again. 2 days later it gets the same F...ng error with misinformation and all the same and NO there is not misinformation. This app is so completely useless!! Completely useless - google merchant center integration is bad. I have several webshops and suddenly my new webshop gets flaged and suspende formisrepresentation. And All info etc are 100% in good order with googles own standard. also NO help from google, but they clearly dont care as MANY MANY people state in here google are EXTREMLY vague about what issue i, I am 100% sure they dont even know themself. Also its AI bots 97% of the time that respons to you. and IF your lucky to get hold of a" real human, they dont do anything to help. Just dismiss everything! Worst company EVER and worst support EVER! I do so much hope The EU gets to divide alpabet and google browser in to small pieces. Google is a disgrace and harms alot of hard working and honest peoples living. maybe its time to stand together and sue them? I am already looking in to it with a lawyer.

PURRVANA

Dec 04, 2024  on Shopify

very bad app.

REED PRESS

Dec 03, 2024  on Shopify

I installed this in two stores. It was bad in one and terrible in the other. Only part of the data (events) they claim will go into Google Analytics actaully does. Support for it is non existent - you get bounced between different Goole support teams and no one knows who's supposed to help make this integration work.

Nature Target

Nov 19, 2024  on Shopify

Our Shopify website has correctly installed the "Google & YouTube" tool, but when tested with the "Pixel Helper," the "Google & YouTube" tool shows as "Loaded." However, performing actions such as opening product pages, adding to cart, and checking out always displays "Events received" as "0." This issue has persisted for several months and is severely affecting our store.

Tier-Shirts.com

Nov 05, 2024  on Shopify

Richtig krampfhaft diese App einzurichten! Ständig fehlen irgendwelche Daten. Selbst wenn ich meine eigene Adresse hinzufügen will, findet er es als "lokale Adresse" nicht. Ohne diese Funktion werden meine Produke von Shopify nicht sychronisiert! Total nutzlos und zeitraubend!

Mosinn Art Boutique

Nov 05, 2024  on Shopify

I am not able to select a target country and language, It doesn't show the options so I cant click anything and it doesn't work to write anything in that line either. I am just stop in the setup process because of that so this app is not working for me. And yes I have tried on multiple devices and waited for weeks and checked again and it's the same problem.

URBANDEL

Oct 29, 2024  on Shopify

**Please read** I usually avoid leaving negative reviews, but I feel compelled to share my experience to help future customers. Google Merchant is a nightmare! Their approval process traps us in a relentless cycle of frustration. We fix "Misrepresentation" issues only to face repeated demands—domain accuracy, broken links, placeholders, mismatched product details, and incomplete site info. It's an enormous waste of time and resources, hindering our business growth. Despite being verified on Instagram with a blue check mark, Google still complicates our merchant account with endless hoops. Their process is inefficient and infuriating. We need real solutions, not perpetual problems. Avoid Google Merchant if you value your time and sanity!

misk

Oct 19, 2024  on Shopify

Most pathetic. They have flagged my site as misrepresented. I’ve checked, rechecked and raised queries with them. They have generic answers and have zero merchant support. I’ve wasted a whole week on this pathetic no good app

EEVblog Store

Oct 15, 2024  on Shopify

This app is garbage. When setting up there is no option to add an existing Google Merchant account number, you can only create an entirely new google merchant account. This leads to an endless loop of Google/Youtube saying my domain is owned by another merchant. And the Claim Ownership function doesn't work. So it's imposisble to get my Shopify store ads under my Youtube channel.

Fancydecor

Oct 09, 2024  on Shopify

I thought that since Shopify was an integral part of Google, the integration would be quick and easy, on the contrary, terrible service, customer support and vague automated responses. I managed to set up Google Merchant Center through this app, and my account was automatically suspended on the second day, due to "policy violations" with no clear explanations. Without direct communication, only by email it takes days for an automated response that is not understood. The reasons given, such as "the website needs improvement" and "misrepresentation", are vague and, despite my attempts to resolve these issues, I have received little to no help from Google or the app's support team. It is frustrating and I still do not understand why my account remains suspended. I have tried to fix this but the lack of clarity and support is disappointing. I was expecting a smoother experience from a platform integrated with Shopify, but instead, it has been a headache.

NuevArt

Oct 07, 2024  on Shopify

No conversions or events of any kind are sent to Google, and Shopify provides absolutely zero support. Google also provides zero support. Why even have this? Who is it for, people that don't need to track data?

Winter Snow Boot

Oct 01, 2024  on Shopify

I've been trying to set up Google Merchant Center through this app, and my account was suspended due to "policy violations" without clear explanations. The reasons given, such as "website needs improvement" and "misrepresentation," are vague, and despite my attempts to resolve these issues, I've received little to no assistance from Google or the app support team. It's frustrating because I've worked hard to meet the basic requirements, and I still don't understand why my account remains suspended. I've been trying to fix this for so long now, and the lack of clarity and support is disappointing. I expected a smoother experience from a platform integrated with Shopify, but instead, it's been a headache. I hope the developers work on improving support for users dealing with these kinds of issues.

CheapLubes.com

Sep 30, 2024  on Shopify

Horrible experience. Since migrating to the app they have flagged my store for several issues. Customer service was a nightmare. Now that I have that fixed after destroying my Google ads account for nothing.. The app has no longer reported sales to analytics for about 3 months now. I have opened a few support tickets but they aren't helping. Reading the reviews I can see several people share my nightmare. Update: I have opened at least 3 tickets with that link over the past 3 weeks and am told that the department will not help, and that the issue is with Shopify. Can someone please contact me? [email protected] Tickets 5-4663000037182, 3-0438000037058, 7-6730000037298

CheapLubes.com

Sep 25, 2024  on Shopify

Horrible experience. Since migrating to the app they have flagged my store for several issues. Customer service was a nightmare. Now that I have that fixed after destroying my Google ads account for nothing.. The app is no longer reporting sales to analytics for about 3 months now. I have opened a few support tickets but they aren't helping. Reading the reviews I can see several people share my nightmare.

Comprar Cuecas

Sep 17, 2024  on Shopify

O app na Shopify fica com o status de Não Conectado, desta forma as métricas de conversão não aparecem corretamente, o que impacta no resultado das campanhas. Já encontrei mais pessoas com o mesmo problema e parece que não resolvem.

GoldSearchAustralia

Sep 14, 2024  on Shopify

I installed it, then it says my products contain sexual content. The product It was complaining about was a broom handle. Next it said another product contains alcohol that product is a potentiometer dial uses for electronic devices. Again, selling hotwheel toy cars flagged as contraband and marijuana. These 3 product are my main sellers and the descriptions, title and images do not contain anything related to what google thinks these products are. I did submit review, I guess its ran by AI that can't tell the difference. Its a worthless plugin, don't waste your time. I can list my items on ebay (more expensive) and in turn ebay can push them into google searches without problems.

Waku Waku Universe

Sep 07, 2024  on Shopify

An absolute nightmare to use. The support system feels like you're communicating with an AI, with little real assistance. Suddenly, half of my products were disapproved without explanation. I’ve been raising the issue for months, only to receive the same repetitive responses, claiming they'll inspect the matter and escalate it to the 'professional team.' No real resolution in sight.

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