Generate a GA4 Data API Report using OAuth2 and Python

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The Google Analytics 4 (GA4) Data API provides a robust toolkit for extracting valuable insights from your website or app’s analytics data.

In this post, we’ll embark on a journey to generate GA4 Data API reports using OAuth2 and Python. While the default connection method involves adding a service account to Google Analytics, this approach may not always align with your specific needs. Fortunately, there is an alternative approach using OAuth2 and Python, enabling secure and controlled access to your analytics data.

Prerequisites

• A Google Cloud project: If you don’t have one, you can create one for free. Just be sure to bring your imagination, because you’ll need it to name your project something creative like “The Cloud Project of My Dreams.”
• And of course access to a Google Analytics 4 property.

With these essentials in your arsenal, you’re ready to delve into the world of GA4 API reports like a data-wrangling Indiana Jones.

Step 1- Enable the Google Analytics Data API

To enable the Google Analytics Data API, follow these steps:

1. Sign in to the Google Cloud Console
2. Select “APIs & Services” from the navigation…