Data Scheduler is an in-platform feature that allows you to automatically export Adthena data to your own storage environment on a recurring schedule.
Instead of manually downloading reports or building API integrations, you can:
- Connect your preferred storage location
- Choose the data you need
- Set a schedule
Adthena will then automatically deliver fresh data to you.
Why use Data Scheduler?
Data Scheduler is designed to make it easier to integrate Adthena insights into your workflows.
Key benefits:
- Save time by automating recurring exports
- Feed data directly into BI tools and dashboards (e.g. Tableau, Power BI)
- Eliminate manual downloads
- No coding or engineering resources required
Who is this for?
Data Scheduler is ideal for:
- Analysts and BI teams building dashboards
- Marketers automating reporting workflows
- Teams combining Adthena data with other data sources
- Any user regularly exporting data from the platform
How to Access Data Scheduler
You can find Data Scheduler in your Adthena settings:
- Click the Settings (⚙️) icon in the top navigation
- Select Data Scheduler
From here, you’ll see two main tabs:
- Schedules - Create and manage automated exports
- Credentials - Manage storage connections
Credentials: Connect Your Storage Destination
Before Adthena can deliver data to you, it needs a secure connection to your chosen storage environment. This is done through Credentials. A credential represents the connection between Adthena and your storage location (such as Amazon S3 or Google Drive). Once created, it can be reused across multiple schedules - so you only need to set it up once.
Why create a credential?
- Establish a secure connection to your storage location
- Reuse the same destination across multiple exports
- Ensure data is delivered safely using encrypted credentials
Think of credentials as the destination for your data.
Creating a credential
- Go to the Credentials tab
- Click Create New Credential
- Select your storage type (We support Amazon S3, Google Drive, Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and FTP / SFTP.)
- Enter the required connection details based on your chosen storage type.
- Save your credential
Your credentials are securely encrypted and only used to deliver your data.
You will see your newly created credential in the table below.
Credentials table explained
In the Credentials tab, you’ll see a table listing all your saved connections:
- Name - The label you’ve given to the credential (e.g. “Marketing S3 Bucket” or “Google Drive, Azure, Export”).
- Storage Type - The type of destination connected. We support Amazon S3, Google Drive, Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and FTP / SFTP.
- Created - The date the credential was first created.
- Last Update - The most recent date the credential was modified.
- Last updated by - The user (or system) who last updated the credential.
Schedules: Automate Your Data Delivery
Schedules define what data is exported, when it’s delivered, and where it goes.
Once you’ve connected a storage location, you can create one or more schedules to automate your data exports. This allows you to “set and forget” your reporting, with fresh data delivered on a recurring basis.
Why create a schedule?
- Automate recurring exports (daily, weekly, monthly or yearly)
- Keep dashboards and reports continuously up to date
- Remove the need for manual downloads or API builds
If credentials define where data goes, schedules define what, when, and how often it gets there.
Creating a schedule
- Go to the Schedules tab
- Click Create New Schedule
- Configure your export:
- Select a data set (e.g. Market Trends, Search Terms)
- Apply relevant filters (market, terms, etc.)
- Choose a credential (destination)
- Set your cadence(daily, weekly, monthly or yearly)
- Set your period (last 7 days, 14 days, 30 days, 90 days or custom period)
- Save your schedule
Adthena will now automatically export your data based on your selected schedule. All exports are delivered in JSON format. Files are sent directly to your chosen storage location.
Changing a storage type
If you need to change the storage destination type (for example, from Google Drive to Amazon S3), you will need to create a new credential.
Storage types cannot be edited once a credential has been created. This ensures the integrity and security of your connection settings.
To change storage type:
- Create a new credential with the desired storage type
- Update any existing schedules to use the new credential
- (Optional) Remove the old credential if it is no longer needed
Schedules table explained
In the Schedules tab, you’ll see all active and configured exports:
- Name - The name of your schedule, used to identify the export.
- Location - The market or region the data is being pulled from (e.g. National UK).
- Status - Indicates whether the schedule is active.
- Export Status - Shows the result of the most recent export (e.g. Success).
- Data Set - The type of data being exported (e.g. Market Trends, Search Terms).
- Credential - The storage destination used for this schedule.
- Cadence - How often the export runs (daily, weekly, monthly or yearly).
- Created - The date the schedule was created.
Troubleshooting
If your export isn’t working as expected, check that your storage credentials are correct, your storage destination has the right permissions, and your selected configuration and filters are valid.