Services
Case Studies
Testimonials
Team
Contact
Let's Talk
All Services
Server-side

Pixel & CAPI Tracking

Most agencies lose 30–40% of conversions to iOS and ad blockers. We deploy server-side CAPI so every lead and purchase reaches your ad platforms.

92%Avg. signal recovery after iOS restrictions
100%Event deduplication accuracy
2 weeksTypical full setup timeline
10+Platforms supported
Infrastructure options
Stape.ioGoogle CloudAWSSelf-hosted
The Problem

Browser pixels lose 30–40% of your conversions

iOS 14+, ad blockers, and cookie deprecation silently block browser pixels. Your Smart Bidding trains on incomplete data – and you waste budget on wrong decisions. Here's what that costs you.

Browser-only Pixel
iOS + ad blockers block 30–40% of data
30–40% of conversions blocked by iOS ITP
Ad blockers (uBlock, Brave) kill browser pixels
Third-party cookies being deprecated
Smart Bidding trains on incomplete data
No signal from users who clear cookies
VS
Server-side Pixel + CAPI
Server events bypass all restrictions
92% signal recovery – iOS ITP has zero impact
Ad blockers cannot detect server events
First-party data hashing (email + phone)
Smart Bidding trains on real, complete data
Full attribution across devices and browsers
Works with every major ad platform
Setup takes 2 weeks – fully documented
Recover up to 92% of lost conversion signal with server-side CAPI
Platforms

Every major platform. Server-side.

We set up Conversion API on every platform you run ads on – so nothing slips through.

Meta Pixel + CAPI

Meta Pixel + CAPI

Browser pixel + server CAPI with deduplication – recovers 92% of iOS-lost conversions

Google Enhanced Conversions

Google Enhanced Conversions

First-party data hashing – email and phone sent server-side for accurate attribution

TikTok Events API

TikTok Events API

Server-side TikTok Pixel + Events API – bypasses app-level tracking restrictions

LinkedIn Insight Tag

LinkedIn Insight Tag

Insight Tag with conversion events – full B2B funnel tracking server-side

Snapchat CAPI

Snapchat CAPI

Snap Pixel + Conversions API – recovers signal lost to app tracking prompts

Pinterest Tag

Pinterest Tag

Pinterest Tag + Conversion Events – server-side for accurate shopping attribution

Why It Matters

How server-side CAPI recovers lost conversions

iOS 14.5+ and ad blockers silently kill 30–40% of your tracked conversions. Server-side CAPI fixes this at the infrastructure level – not with workarounds.

STEP 01

Browser Pixel Fires

Client-side pixel sends the event from the user's browser. Works for most users – but iOS and ad blockers silently block it.

STEP 02

CAPI Fires From Server

Server-side event sends simultaneously from your infrastructure. Cannot be blocked by any browser restriction or ad blocker.

STEP 03

Platform Deduplicates

Both events carry a matching event ID. The ad platform receives both, recognizes the duplicate, and counts the conversion exactly once.

STEP 04

30–40% More Attributed

Every iOS-blocked and ad-blocked conversion now reaches your ad platform. Smarter bidding, lower CPL, better ROAS.

Before CAPI vs After CAPI
Total Conversions Tracked
Before60%
After95%
iOS Conversions Recovered
Before0%
After85%
Event Match Quality Score
Before40%
After88%
Dual-Path Architecture

Browser + server, working together

Two paths. One deduplicated result. No conversion gets lost regardless of iOS, ad blockers, or browser restrictions.

Your Website
User completes a conversion action
Path A: Browser Pixel

Client-side tag fires in the user's browser immediately on conversion.

Blocked by iOS / Ad Blockers
Path B: Server-Side CAPI

Server event fires simultaneously from your infrastructure – invisible to browsers.

Cannot be blocked – ever
Platform Deduplication
Matching event IDs → counted once, no double conversion
MetaMeta
GoogleGoogle
TikTokTikTok
LinkedInLinkedIn
SnapchatSnapchat
What's Included

Everything to make your tracking bulletproof

One engagement delivers the complete stack: browser pixels, server-side CAPI, deduplication logic, and platform-level validation. No gaps, no half-measures – just tracking that works.

Server-side GTM on Stape.io, GCP, or AWS – deployed in 1 week
Meta Pixel + CAPI with deduplication – 92% signal recovery
Google Enhanced Conversions – email + phone hashed server-side
TikTok Events API – bypasses app-level restrictions
LinkedIn Insight Tag + conversion events – B2B funnel tracking
Snapchat & Pinterest CAPI – recovers app traffic signal
iOS 14+ recovery + ad-blocker bypass – recovers 30–40% of lost data
Cross-device deduplication – no double-counting
Validation in Meta Events Manager, GA4, TikTok Events
Documentation + handoff – your team can maintain it
Real Client Work

Tracking setups we've actually built

Microsoft Ads Enhanced Conversion tracking for Cairns Hardware – verified end-to-end across GTM, browser network, and UET Tag Helper.

GTM Setup
Click to expand
Network Tab Proof
Click to view
UET Tag Helper
Click to view
UET Tag Active
Click to view
Conversion Goal
Click to view

GTM Setup

Microsoft UET config tag + Enhanced Conversion event tag – both wired and firing in Google Tag Manager.

FAQ

Questions about CAPI tracking

What is a Conversion API (CAPI)?

A Conversion API sends conversion events directly from your server to ad platforms, bypassing browser-based pixels. iOS restrictions, ad blockers, and cookie deprecation cannot block your conversion data. Every lead and purchase reaches Meta, Google, TikTok, and other platforms regardless of the user's browser or device.

How much conversion data am I losing without server-side tracking?

Browser-side pixels typically lose 30–40% of conversions due to iOS 14+ App Tracking Transparency, ad blockers, and Intelligent Tracking Prevention. For a business generating 200 conversions per month, that means 60–80 conversions your ad platforms never see. Your Smart Bidding optimizes on incomplete data without you knowing.

How long does server-side CAPI setup take?

A standard setup takes about 2 weeks. This includes auditing your current tracking, deploying a server-side GTM container on Stape.io or cloud infrastructure, configuring each platform's Conversion API, and validating every event. Complex setups with multiple platforms or custom CRM integrations may take longer.

Which ad platforms support Conversion API?

Meta Conversions API, Google Enhanced Conversions, TikTok Events API, LinkedIn Insight Tag with conversion events, Snapchat Conversions API, and Pinterest Tag all support server-side event tracking. We configure every platform you advertise on through a single integration.

Do I need server-side GTM or can I use cloud hosting?

We support both. Server-side GTM via Stape.io is the fastest route and works for most businesses. If you need full control or have compliance requirements, we can deploy on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or AWS directly. We recommend the option that fits your scale and budget.

Stop losing 30–40% of your conversion data

Free audit of your current pixel setup. We'll show you exactly how many conversions iOS and ad blockers are blocking – and deploy the fix in 2 weeks.

Get Free Tracking Audit