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How do I add Google Analytics tracking code to Joomla?

Last updated on December 26, 2022 @ 4:17 pm

Google Analytics is a powerful tool that allows you to track the traffic and behavior of visitors to your website. By adding Google Analytics tracking code to your Joomla website, you can gain valuable insights into how people are interacting with your site and what content is most popular.

Here is a step-by-step guide on how to add Google Analytics tracking code to Joomla:

  1. Sign up for a Google Analytics account if you don’t already have one. To do this, go to https://www.google.com/analytics/ and click on the “Sign Up” button. Follow the prompts to create your account and set up your first property (i.e., your website).
  2. Once you have set up your property, you will be given a tracking code that looks something like this: “UA-XXXXXXX-X”. This is the code that you will need to add to your Joomla website.
  3. In your Joomla backend, go to “Extensions” and then click on “Plugins”.
  4. Use the search function to find the “System – Google Analytics” plugin. This is the plugin that you will use to add your tracking code to your Joomla site.
  5. Click on the plugin to open its settings page.
  6. In the “Tracking Code” field, paste your Google Analytics tracking code.
  7. Save your changes.
  8. Test your tracking code to make sure it is working properly. To do this, go to the Google Analytics website and check the “Real-Time” reports to see if your website traffic is being tracked.
PRO TIP: By following these steps, you can start tracking the traffic and behavior of visitors to your site and gain valuable insights into how your website is performing.

That’s it! You have successfully added Google Analytics tracking code to your Joomla website.

Morgan Bash

Morgan Bash

Technology enthusiast and Co-Founder of Women Coders SF.