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Add Google Analytics to Godaddy

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Pubblicato il 26 mar 2024 e modificato il 7 mag 2024 da Iron Brands

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Adding Google Analytics to your Godaddy website can be very useful to track and improve performance. This blog post will guide you through the integration process, step by step.

Let's dive in!

  1. Set Up Google Analytics
  2. Add Google Analytics to Your GoDaddy Website
  3. Verify the Integration
  4. Final Thoughts

Before we dig in you need to know that Google Analytics is complex and a bit clunky. There are other options that give you the same insights in a slick and straightforward dashboard.

Simple Analytics is one of them. A privacy-friendly and simple analytics tool - just the insights you need in a straightforward dashboard. (And its also free yes).

Can you spot the difference between the dashboards?

All right, now let's get into answering your question!

Set Up Google Analytics

First, you need to have a Google Analytics account set up for your website. If you’re new to GA, here’s how to get started:

  • Visit the Google Analytics Website: Go to Google Analytics and sign in with your Google account. If you don't have an account, you’ll need to create one.
  • Create a New Property: Follow the on-screen instructions to create a new GA4 property. Select "Web" as your platform and enter your website’s details.
  • Obtain Your Measurement ID: Once your property is configured, Google will provide you with a Measurement ID (formatted as "G-XXXXXXXXXX"). Note down this ID, as it will be necessary for integrating GA with your GoDaddy website.

Add Google Analytics to Your GoDaddy Website

Integrating Google Analytics with your GoDaddy website can be done directly through the GoDaddy website builder interface. Here’s the step-by-step process:

  • Log Into Your GoDaddy Account: Access your GoDaddy account and navigate to your product page.
  • Open Your Website Builder: Select your website and open the website builder by clicking on "Edit Site."
  • Access Site Settings: Look for the settings or site settings option within the website builder.
  • Find the Google Analytics Section: Within the site settings, navigate to the "Analytics & SEO" or similar section where you can add external analytics tracking codes.
  • Enter Your Measurement ID: In the Google Analytics field, enter the Measurement ID you obtained from your Google Analytics account. Ensure you enter the ID correctly without any spaces or typos.
  • Publish Your Changes: After entering your Measurement ID, save your changes and publish your website to apply the integration.

Verify the Integration

After adding your Google Analytics Measurement ID to your GoDaddy website, it's essential to verify that GA is correctly tracking your site:

  • Check Google Analytics: Log into your Google Analytics account and navigate to the Realtime report. This report shows you live data on visitors currently on your site.
  • Visit Your Website: Open a new browser tab, visit your website, and then return to the Realtime report in Google Analytics. If the integration is successful, you should see your visit reflected in the report.

Final Thoughts

Adding Google Analytics to your website can give you great insights. However, ask yourself: is Google Analytics the right tool for you?

GA is an overpowered solution for straightforward analytics. If you're looking for a simple and intuitive dashboard with the insights you need, there are better alternatives.

If this resonates with you, feel free to give Simple Analytics a spin. You just need to add the script to your app and off you go. This takes about one minute- and there is a free version as well!

Enjoy!