Summary: Tithely Sites does not have built-in analytics, but you can easily connect to Google Analytics for powerful insights into your website's performance. This guide will walk you through setting up Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to track visitor behavior, understand which content is most engaging, and make data-informed decisions to grow your online ministry.
Before You Begin
- You must have already created a Google Analytics account and set up a Google Analytics 4 (GA4) property for your website. You can create one for free on the Google Analytics website.
- You will need your GA4 Measurement ID, which looks like
G-XXXXXXXXXX. - You must have Admin access to your Tithely Site.
โ Important: You Must Use Google Analytics 4 (GA4)
Google's older analytics platform, Universal Analytics (UA), has been discontinued and no longer processes data. You must use a Google Analytics 4 (GA4) property and its corresponding Measurement ID (G-XXXXXXXXXX). Universal Analytics IDs (UA-XXXXXXXX-X) will no longer work. Learn more about the sunsetting of Universal Analytics and how to transition to GA4.
Connecting Google Analytics to Your Tithely Site
- Log into your Tithely account and select Sites from the left-hand menu.
- Click the Admin button in the top-right corner of your site preview.
- Select Settings from the dropdown menu.
- In the Settings menu, click on Google Analytics.
- Paste your GA4 Measurement ID (e.g., G-XXXXXXXXXX) into the field provided.
- Click the Save Analytics button.
- Data will begin appearing in your Google Analytics reports within 24-48 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I view my website stats? Once connected, you can view all of your website data by logging into your Google Analytics account at analytics.google.com. ๐ Tithely Tip: To get the most out of your data, we highly recommend the free courses at the Google Analytics Academy.
- Where do I find my GA4 Measurement ID? In your Google Analytics account, navigate to the Admin section (gear icon in the bottom-left). In the Property column, select Data Streams, click on your website's data stream, and your Measurement ID will be displayed in the top-right corner.
- I've connected my ID, but I don't see any data. It can take 24-48 hours for Google Analytics to start processing and displaying new data after the initial setup. Please check back after that time period.
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