Description
This plugin provides a simple and lightweight solution to add Google Analytics tracking to your WordPress website. It supports both Universal Analytics (analytics.js and gtag.js) and the latest Google Analytics 4 (GA4).
Key Features:
* Easy setup with your Tracking ID.
* Supports Universal Analytics (UA) and Google Analytics 4 (GA4).
* Choice between analytics.js and gtag.js for Universal Analytics.
* Option to place tracking code in the header or footer.
* Simple, no-frills interface.
* Lightweight and performant.
External Services
This plugin connects to Google Analytics and Google Tag Manager services to provide website analytics tracking functionality.
Google Analytics (analytics.google.com):
* What it is used for: Website analytics and visitor tracking
* What data is sent: Page views, user interactions, and website usage statistics
* When data is sent: Every time a visitor loads a page on your website
* Terms of Service: Google Analytics Terms of Service
* Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
Google Tag Manager (googletagmanager.com):
* What it is used for: Loading Google Analytics tracking code and managing tags
* What data is sent: Page load requests to load the tracking script
* When data is sent: Every time a visitor loads a page on your website
* Terms of Service: Google Tag Manager Terms of Service
* Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
Note: This plugin only sends data to Google services when tracking is enabled in the plugin settings. Users can disable tracking at any time through the WordPress admin panel.
Screenshots
The settings page. 
The setup guide.
Installation
- Upload the
wpac-integration-for-google-analyticsfolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- Go to ‘WPAC Integration for Google Analytics’ -> ‘WPAC Setup’ in your WordPress admin menu.
- Enter your Google Analytics Tracking ID, choose your settings, and save.
FAQ
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How do I find my Google Analytics Tracking ID?
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We have included a setup guide in the plugin. Navigate to ‘WPAC Integration for Google Analytics’ -> ‘Setup Guide’ in your WordPress admin for a step-by-step tutorial on how to find your Tracking ID.
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Does this plugin support GA4?
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Yes, it supports GA4, as well as Universal Analytics (gtag.js and analytics.js). You can select your preferred method in the plugin settings.
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Where is the tracking code placed?
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You can choose to place the tracking code in the website’s
<head>section or in the footer, just before the closing</body>tag. This can be configured in the plugin settings.
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Contributors & Developers
“WPAC Integration for Google Analytics” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.
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Changelog
1.1.4
- Branding, prefix, and compliance updates for WordPress.org review.
1.1.1
- Initial release as WPAC Integration for Google Analytics (formerly WPAC GA Analytics).