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Meta MPA Checklist
6 min read • Last updated 14 November 2024
This readiness checklist ensures a smooth integration with Meta MPA, covering all essential steps from Facebook account setup to understanding integration challenges for a successful partnership.
Zitcha simplifies the MPA setup, managing key elements like Facebook Business Manager, Meta App, and brand list onboarding, ensuring efficient troubleshooting.
Checklist Summary
- Facebook Account Setup
- Retailers must have a Facebook Business Manager account and share access with Zitcha.
- Pixel & Conversion API setup must be verified.
- The Admin System User linked to the API token should also be a "Finance Editor" in Meta.
- Product Feeds
- Retailer to send Zitcha product information through Collect API or alternatively provide Zitcha with a public URL for Catalogue Manager data, meeting Meta's specifications.
- Zitcha will configure the feed for Meta Catalog Manager.
- Meta App
- Zitcha needs access to the Brand BMs.
- Zitcha will create a Meta App for brand onboarding, requiring the Retailer's Privacy URL and Terms of Service. Details here.
- Onboarding
- Retailer to supply list of Brands for Zitcha to onboard.
- Retailer to provide a product table linking product IDs to Brands or Brand groups.
- Zitcha completes the onboarding via the Meta App.
Prepare for a seamless Meta MPA integration with this step-by-step guide, ensuring a smooth transition into your partnership with Meta.
Preparation Phase: Basics
- Checklist Importance: This checklist aligns you with Zitcha, facilitating a smooth integration.
- End Goal: A fully operational Meta MPA setup.
Week 1: Foundations
1. Facebook Business Manager Account (Retailer)
- Create and share access with Zitcha. Ensure the Admin System User is a Finance Editor.
- Please contact your solutions lead for the relevant email addresses to add to your Business Manager.
2. Provide Product Feed (Retailer)
- Use our Collect API to provide us with product information
OR - Provide Zitcha with the Public URL for your Catalogue Manager Data Feed. Meta specifications
3. Brand Mapping (Retailer)
- Share a table mapping products to brands or brand groups.
4. Product Feed Configuration (Zitcha)
- Zitcha updates the feed with a Vendor ID for Facebook catalog upload. Vendor ID is the ID of the vendor/seller that sells the item as described by the Supported Fields Reference.
- WAIT: Record 100 transactions per brand group for Meta eligibility.
Week 2: Progression
5. MPA Setup (Zitcha)
- Zitcha manages the MPA setup for the Retailer.
6. Brand Restriction Details (Retailer)
- Provide any information on any Brand Specific advertising restrictions such as advertising in certain locations or on certain placement locations.
7. Brand Integration (Zitcha)
- Zitcha onboards brands upon achieving Week 1 milestones.
Week 3: Finalization
8. Launch Readiness
- Verify all setups. Let's launch!
Additional Guidance
Retailer Pixel:
- Check Pixel strength and catalog match rate
Conversion API:
- Confirm API functionality and event communication to Facebook.
Potential Challenges:
- Credit Lines: Associated credit lines can cause delays.
- Product Performance: Low sell-through rates might affect MPA eligibility.
Pro Tip:
- Early access to the product feed expedites the onboarding process.
Keep this guide at hand for a smooth integration. We're here to help every step of the way!
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