Google Analytics 4
Google Analytics 4 is the essential tool for understanding user behavior on your website. You'll learn to configure it correctly and extract valuable insights to make data-driven decisions.
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Prerequisites
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- A published and active website
- Google account
- Access to edit your site's code
- Basic digital marketing knowledge
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GA4 Setup
Google Analytics 4 works differently from Universal Analytics. It's based on events instead of sessions, providing a more complete view of the user journey across your site and applications.
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- 1Create an account at analytics.google.com
- 2Set up a GA4 property for your website
- 3Copy the measurement ID (G-XXXXXXXXXX)
- 4Add the tracking script to your site
- 5Verify the installation with the Real-Time Report
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Key reports and metrics
GA4 offers powerful reports that help you understand who visits your site, what they do there and how you can improve their experience.
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- Active users: How many people visit your site
- Engagement rate: Percentage of sessions with interaction
- Conversions: Valuable actions users take
- Traffic sources: Where your visitors come from
- Popular pages: What content attracts the most attention
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Conclusion
Google Analytics 4 is a powerful tool every website owner should master. The data it provides is invaluable for making informed decisions and continuously improving your online presence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Peter Lima
Peter is a full stack web developer with over 5 years of experience creating digital solutions. Specialist in React, Next.js and Node.js, passionate about sharing knowledge and helping other developers grow professionally.
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