Google Analytics is a web analytics service provided by Google that allows website owners to track and analyze various aspects of their website's performance. It provides valuable insights and data about website traffic, user behavior, conversions, and more.
To add your Blogger website to Google Analytics, follow these step-by-step instructions:
1. Set up a Google Analytics Account:
- Visit the Google Analytics website (https://analytics.google.com) and sign in using your Google account. If you don't have a Google account, create one.
- Click on the "Start measuring" button and fill in the required information, including your account name, website name, URL, and industry category. Click on "Next" to proceed.
2. Generate Google Analytics Tracking ID:
- Once you've created an account, you'll be prompted to set up a property. Enter your website's name, URL, and choose the appropriate industry category.
- On the next screen, select "Web" as your platform type.
- Enter a property name and the website URL. Make sure to select the appropriate time zone for accurate reporting.
- Click on the "Create Stream" button to create a data stream for your website.
- Review and accept the data processing terms and then click on "Create Stream."
- On the next screen, you'll see your Tracking ID. It will begin with "G-" followed by a string of numbers. Copy this Tracking ID as you'll need it later.
3. Access your Blogger Dashboard:
- Go to the Blogger website (https://www.blogger.com) and sign in using your Google account.
- Once you're signed in, you'll be directed to the Blogger dashboard.
4. Go to the Settings:
- From the left sidebar, click on the "Settings" option for the blog you want to add to Google Analytics.
5. Add Google Analytics Tracking ID:
- In the Settings menu, click on the "Other" tab.
- Locate the "Google Analytics" section and paste the Tracking ID you copied earlier into the "Analytics Web Property ID" field.
- Save the changes by clicking on the "Save settings" button.
6. Verify Google Analytics Tracking:
- Go back to your Google Analytics account.
- Click on the "Admin" tab located in the lower-left corner.
- In the "Property" column, click on "Data Streams."
- Find your website's data stream and click on it.
- Under "Measurement ID," you should see your Tracking ID listed.
- This confirms that your Blogger website is successfully linked to Google Analytics.
7. Wait for Data to Populate:
- It may take some time for data to populate in your Google Analytics account. This can vary depending on website traffic and other factors. Be patient and regularly check your Google Analytics account to view your website's data and metrics.
Congratulations! You have successfully added your Blogger website to Google Analytics. You can now track and analyze various metrics related to your website's performance, visitor behavior, and more. Remember to regularly review your Google Analytics reports to gain insights into your audience and make informed decisions to optimize your website's performance.