Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Section titled “Frequently Asked Questions”Find quick answers to the most common questions about BoostOps. Can’t find what you’re looking for? Contact our support team.
Getting Started
Section titled “Getting Started”What is BoostOps?
Section titled “What is BoostOps?”BoostOps is a Gaming Intelligence & Cross-Promotion Platform designed specifically for game studios who need clear visibility into their marketing spend, game performance, and profitability. Our core focus is helping you know instantly if you’re spending more than you’re making on user acquisition.
How is BoostOps different from other analytics platforms?
Section titled “How is BoostOps different from other analytics platforms?”Unlike generic analytics tools, BoostOps provides executive decision intelligence specifically for game studios:
- Ad spend profitability tracking - Know if you’re making or losing money
- Executive-focused dashboards - Strategic insights, not overwhelming data
- Cross-game portfolio analysis - Studio-wide performance overview
- Automated alerts for critical business decisions
What games/platforms does BoostOps support?
Section titled “What games/platforms does BoostOps support?”- Unity Games (2019.4+) - Native SDK integration
- iOS & Android - Full mobile game support
- Firebase Projects - Enhanced data connectivity
- Multiple Genres - Works with any mobile game type
Setup & Integration
Section titled “Setup & Integration”How long does setup take?
Section titled “How long does setup take?”Most studios get their first dashboard running in under 30 minutes:
- Account creation: 5 minutes
- Unity SDK integration: 10 minutes
- Ad network connections: 10-15 minutes
- First profitability data: Within 24 hours
Do I need to change my existing Unity project?
Section titled “Do I need to change my existing Unity project?”Minimal changes required:
- Add BoostOps SDK via Package Manager (1-click install)
- Initialize with your Game ID and API Key (2 lines of code)
- Basic event tracking is automatic after initialization
Which ad networks do you support?
Section titled “Which ad networks do you support?”Fully Supported:
- Google AdMob (recommended for Unity)
- Facebook Audience Network
- Unity Ads
- AppLovin MAX
- ironSource
More networks added regularly - contact us if you need a specific network.
Can I use BoostOps with multiple games?
Section titled “Can I use BoostOps with multiple games?”Absolutely! BoostOps is designed for game studios with multiple titles:
- Portfolio Dashboard - Overview of all your games
- Cross-game comparison - See which games perform best
- Studio-wide profitability - Total spend vs revenue across all titles
- Individual game tracking - Detailed insights for each game
Features & Functionality
Section titled “Features & Functionality”What’s the most important metric to track?
Section titled “What’s the most important metric to track?”Ad Spend vs Revenue - knowing if you’re making or losing money on user acquisition. This single metric has saved studios thousands of dollars by catching unprofitable campaigns early.
How accurate is the profitability tracking?
Section titled “How accurate is the profitability tracking?”Very accurate when properly configured:
- Real-time ad spend data from connected networks
- Revenue tracking via Unity SDK + Firebase integration
- Daily reconciliation to catch any discrepancies
- Historical accuracy verified against your existing analytics
What alerts should I set up first?
Section titled “What alerts should I set up first?”Essential alerts for every studio:
- Daily Loss Alert - When ad spend exceeds daily revenue
- Trend Alert - When profitability trend turns negative
- Threshold Alert - When spend reaches 90% of revenue
Can I customize the dashboard?
Section titled “Can I customize the dashboard?”Yes! The Executive Dashboard is highly customizable:
- Choose your KPIs - Revenue, DAU, retention, profitability
- Set reporting periods - Daily, weekly, monthly, custom
- Configure alerts - Thresholds that match your risk tolerance
- Multi-game views - Portfolio overview or individual game focus
Pricing & Plans
Section titled “Pricing & Plans”How much does BoostOps cost?
Section titled “How much does BoostOps cost?”We offer flexible pricing for studios of all sizes:
- Starter Plan - Perfect for indie studios with 1-2 games
- Professional Plan - Full features for growing studios
- Enterprise Plan - Custom solutions for large studios
Is there a free trial?
Section titled “Is there a free trial?”Yes! All new accounts include:
- 14-day free trial of Professional features
- No credit card required to start
- Full access to all features during trial
- Easy upgrade if you decide to continue
What happens if I exceed my plan limits?
Section titled “What happens if I exceed my plan limits?”We’ll never cut off your service unexpectedly:
- Soft limits with email notifications as you approach limits
- Automatic upgrade recommendations when you exceed usage
- Prorated billing if you upgrade mid-month
- Grace period to adjust your plan if needed
Technical Questions
Section titled “Technical Questions”What data does BoostOps collect?
Section titled “What data does BoostOps collect?”We only collect data necessary for profitability and performance tracking:
- Game events (starts, sessions, purchases) via Unity SDK
- Ad network spend data via API connections (read-only access)
- Revenue data from Firebase or direct integration
- User counts and basic engagement metrics
We never collect:
- Personal user information or device IDs
- Game content or intellectual property
- Competitive intelligence for other studios
How secure is my data?
Section titled “How secure is my data?”Security is our top priority:
- SOC 2 Type II compliance (in progress)
- Encrypted data transmission (TLS 1.3)
- Encrypted data storage (AES-256)
- Limited access controls - Only authorized personnel
- Regular security audits and penetration testing
Can I export my data?
Section titled “Can I export my data?”Yes! You maintain full control of your data:
- CSV exports of all dashboard data
- API access for custom integrations
- Raw data downloads available on request
- No vendor lock-in - easy to export if you leave
Troubleshooting
Section titled “Troubleshooting”I’m not seeing ad spend data
Section titled “I’m not seeing ad spend data”Common solutions:
- Check ad network connections - Ensure OAuth connections are active
- Verify permissions - Ad accounts need read access granted
- Wait 24 hours - Initial data sync can take time
- Contact support - We can check connection status for you
Revenue numbers don’t match my other analytics
Section titled “Revenue numbers don’t match my other analytics”Possible causes:
- Different time zones - Ensure consistent timezone settings
- Attribution windows - Different platforms use different windows
- Data delays - Some platforms report with delays
- Configuration differences - Event tracking setup variations
Unity SDK installation issues
Section titled “Unity SDK installation issues”Try these steps:
- Check Unity version - Requires 2019.4 or later
- Clear Package Manager cache - Refresh and try again
- Check Git connectivity - Ensure Unity can access GitHub
- Manual installation - Download package directly if needed
Contact & Support
Section titled “Contact & Support”How can I get help?
Section titled “How can I get help?”Multiple support channels available:
- Contact Support - Direct support ticket
- Live Chat - Available in your BoostOps dashboard
- Email Support - support@boostops.com
- Documentation - Comprehensive guides and tutorials
What’s your support response time?
Section titled “What’s your support response time?”- Critical Issues (service down): 1-2 hours
- Urgent Issues (data problems): 4-6 hours
- General Questions: 12-24 hours
- Feature Requests: 2-3 business days
Do you offer onboarding help?
Section titled “Do you offer onboarding help?”Yes! All Professional and Enterprise plans include:
- Personal onboarding call with our team
- Custom dashboard setup for your specific needs
- Team training sessions for multiple users
- Ongoing check-ins to ensure success
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