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How to set up Google Analytics in Kreors

Why is Google Analytics important for your website?

Google Analytics is like having a backstage pass to your own website. It shows you exactly what’s happening—who’s visiting, what they’re looking at, and how they found you. This info is crucial because it helps you make your website better.

Imagine trying to improve your site without knowing what your visitors like or where they come from. It would be like trying to fix something in the dark. Google Analytics turns on the lights.

With this tool, you can:

  • Understand your visitors: See who’s visiting your site, where they’re coming from, and what they’re interested in.
  • Track popular content: Find out which pages or posts are getting the most attention, so you can create more of what your visitors love.

    • Step 1.  Create a Google Analytics account

    Note: All of these steps need to be completed on the Google Analytics website (www.analytics.google.com/analytics/web).

    1.1 Go to Google Analytics

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    Go to the Google Analytics website and click "Get started today" button in the top right corner.

    Use your Google or Gmail account to sign in. If you don’t have one, you can create it here.

    1.2  Create your Google Analytics account

    This is where your website’s data will be stored. 

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    Start measuring

    Look for a button that says “Start measuring” and click on it to begin.

    Name your account

    You'll need to give your Google Analytics account a name—this is usually just the name of your website. You’ll also see some options for data sharing. Take a moment to review these, then click “Next.”

    1.3 Create property

    To set up Google Analytics correctly, you will need to enter the property details of your website. 

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    Property name 

    Name this after your website.

    Time zone

    Pick the time zone where your website operates.

    Currency

    Choose the currency you want to use for tracking.

    1.4 Set business info

    Select your industry category (like “Retail” or “Blogging”) and the size of your business. Then, click “Next.”

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    1.5 Set your goals

    Choose what you want to achieve with Google Analytics.

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    You should choose “Get baseline reports” to get all the Google Analytics data and reports in your account.

    Finally, click “Create.”

    1.6 Create a data stream

    At this point, you will see your Google Analytics web stream options.

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    Choose "Web" as your platform, then enter your website’s URL and name. Google Analytics will automatically set up enhanced measurements for tracking.

    1.7 Enter your website details 

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    Start by typing in your website’s URL (web address) and give your stream a simple name, like "My Website Stream."

    Click the “Create stream” button. This sets up the tracking for your site.

    1.8 Get the tracking code

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    At the top of the page, you will see a bar that shows you how to set up Google Analytics on your website.  

    Click the View tag instructions button.

    1.9 Copy the code

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    Switch to the “Install manually” tab. From here, you will be able to see your Google Analytics tracking code.

    Click icon “Copy” to save the tracking code. Keep it handy—you’ll need it for the next step.

    Leave Google Analytics open

    Keep the Google Analytics page open so you can easily return to it after adding the code to your website.

    Step 2. Add the tracking code to your Kreors project

    Note: At this stage, you should now be working within your Kreors application. Ensure you're in the correct project before proceeding with adding the tracking code.

    2.1 Log in to Kreors and paste the Google Analytics tracking code

    Open your web browser and log in to your Kreors account. 

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    Navigate to settings: 

    In the project settings, look for the "Analytics" section. This is where you can add custom tracking code from Google Analytics.

    Paste the tracking code that you copied earlier into this field. Be sure not to alter the code, as this could affect its functionality.

    Save your changes:

    After pasting the code, make sure to save your changes. This step finalizes the integration, allowing Google Analytics to start collecting data from your website.

    Step 3. Verify installation

    Note: All of these actions are completed within the Google Analytics website, so make sure you stay logged in throughout the process.

    3.1 Wait for data to appear

    Give it 15 to 30 minutes after setup. Then, go to your Google Analytics account.

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    3.2 Check the data streams page

  • Head over to the Data Streams page in your Google Analytics account. Look for a message that says ‘Receiving traffic in the past 48 hours.’ This means data is starting to flow in.

    • 3.3 Be patient

  • Remember, it can take Google 24 to 48 hours to gather all the data for your reports. So if you don’t see much at first, don’t worry—it’s normal.

    • Optional. Troubleshooting

    If you still don’t see any data after waiting, double-check that you’ve installed the tracking code correctly. If needed, repeat the steps to ensure everything is set up right.

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    Why use Google Analytics with Kreors

  • Integrating Google Analytics with Kreors is a smart move because it helps you see exactly how your website is performing. You can easily understand what your visitors are doing, which pages they like, and where they’re coming from. 
  • Plus, adding the Google Analytics tracking code in Kreors is simple and quick—it’s not a complicated process at all. With this setup, you can spot and fix any issues fast, ensuring your site runs smoothly.

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