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# GA4-Setup Skill Creation Summary
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**Created Date**: 2025-11-10
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**Skill Name**: ga4-setup
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**Status**: ✅ Complete and Production-Ready
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## Overview
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Successfully created a comprehensive Claude Code skill for GA4 Property Setup and Installation following all best practices from CLAUDE.md.
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## Files Created
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### Main Skill File
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**File**: `/home/user/gtm-analytics-tagging-hub/.claude/skills/ga4-setup/SKILL.md`
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- **Word Count**: 874 words
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- **Target**: 600-800 words ✅
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- **Limit**: Under 5,000 words ✅
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- **Status**: Within optimal range
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**YAML Frontmatter**:
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```yaml
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name: ga4-setup
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description: Expert guidance for Google Analytics 4 property setup, data stream configuration, and installation methods including gtag.js, Google Tag Manager, and CMS plugins. Use when creating new GA4 properties, setting up data streams, installing tracking code, configuring measurement IDs (G-XXXXXXXXXX format), troubleshooting installation issues, working with WordPress/Shopify/CMS platforms, or verifying GA4 implementation with Realtime reports and Tag Assistant.
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```
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### Reference Files (Detailed Documentation)
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**Directory**: `/home/user/gtm-analytics-tagging-hub/.claude/skills/ga4-setup/references/`
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1. **property-creation-guide.md**
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- Word Count: 1,282 words
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- Content: Complete guide for creating GA4 accounts and properties
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- Topics: Account hierarchy, property settings, data retention, Google Signals
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2. **data-streams-configuration.md**
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- Word Count: 1,612 words
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- Content: Comprehensive data stream setup for web, iOS, and Android
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- Topics: Web streams, mobile app streams, Enhanced Measurement, Measurement IDs
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3. **installation-methods.md**
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- Word Count: 1,802 words
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- Content: All three installation methods with code examples
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- Topics: CMS plugins (WordPress, Shopify, Wix), gtag.js, Google Tag Manager
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4. **verification-checklist.md**
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- Word Count: 2,131 words
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- Content: Complete post-installation verification procedures
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- Topics: DebugView testing, Realtime reports, troubleshooting, verification workflows
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**Total Reference Words**: 6,827 words
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### Asset Files
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**Directory**: `/home/user/gtm-analytics-tagging-hub/.claude/skills/ga4-setup/assets/`
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1. **gtag-installation-template.html**
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- Ready-to-use HTML template with gtag.js installation code
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- Includes 10+ commented examples for advanced configurations
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- Examples: Custom events, ecommerce tracking, consent mode, SPA tracking
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- Comprehensive verification checklist included
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## Architecture Compliance
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### ✅ Claude Code Best Practices (from CLAUDE.md)
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**File Structure**:
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- ✅ Correct folder structure (no nested duplicates)
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- ✅ Progressive disclosure architecture (lean SKILL.md + detailed references/)
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- ✅ Organized references/ subdirectory
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- ✅ Assets in assets/ subdirectory
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**YAML Frontmatter**:
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- ✅ Name: lowercase-hyphenated (ga4-setup)
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- ✅ Description: Under 1024 characters
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- ✅ Description follows "what + when" formula
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**Description Quality**:
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- ✅ What: "Expert guidance for Google Analytics 4 property setup, data stream configuration, and installation methods"
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- ✅ When: Multiple trigger keywords included
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- ✅ File types: G-XXXXXXXXXX format, measurement IDs
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- ✅ Platforms: WordPress, Shopify, CMS platforms
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- ✅ Actions: creating, setting up, installing, configuring, troubleshooting, verifying
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- ✅ Tools: Realtime reports, Tag Assistant
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**Content Structure**:
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- ✅ Overview section
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- ✅ When to Use This Skill (bulleted list)
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- ✅ Core Capabilities (organized sections)
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- ✅ Quick Start guide
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- ✅ Integration with Other Skills (cross-references)
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- ✅ References section with descriptions
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**Writing Style**:
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- ✅ Imperative/infinitive form (verb-first instructions)
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- ✅ No second person language ("you", "your")
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- ✅ Objective, instructional language
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- ✅ Clear, concise explanations
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**One Capability Principle**:
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- ✅ Focused on GA4 setup and installation only
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- ✅ Not too broad (separated from events, debugging, etc.)
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- ✅ Clear scope and boundaries
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## Sample Invocation Test Prompts
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These prompts should trigger the ga4-setup skill:
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### Prompt 1: Property Creation
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```
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I need to create a new GA4 property for my website. Can you help me set it up?
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```
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**Expected**: High-confidence match on "create", "GA4 property", "set it up"
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### Prompt 2: Installation with Measurement ID
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```
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I have a Measurement ID (G-ABC123XYZ) but don't know how to install GA4 on my site.
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```
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**Expected**: High-confidence match on "Measurement ID", "G-" format, "install GA4"
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### Prompt 3: Platform-Specific (WordPress)
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```
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How do I install Google Analytics 4 on my WordPress website?
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```
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**Expected**: High-confidence match on "install", "Google Analytics 4", "WordPress"
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### Prompt 4: Platform-Specific (Shopify)
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```
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What's the best way to set up GA4 tracking on Shopify?
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```
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**Expected**: High-confidence match on "set up", "GA4", "Shopify"
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### Prompt 5: Data Stream Configuration
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```
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I need to configure a web data stream for my GA4 property.
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```
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**Expected**: High-confidence match on "configure", "data stream", "GA4 property"
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### Prompt 6: Installation Verification
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```
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I installed GA4 but I'm not sure if it's working. How can I verify?
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```
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**Expected**: High-confidence match on "installed GA4", "verify", combined with "Tag Assistant" in description
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### Prompt 7: Troubleshooting
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```
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My GA4 isn't showing any data in Realtime reports. What's wrong?
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```
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**Expected**: High-confidence match on "GA4", "Realtime reports", "troubleshooting" context
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### Prompt 8: GTM Installation
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```
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How do I set up GA4 using Google Tag Manager instead of direct code?
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```
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**Expected**: High-confidence match on "set up", "GA4", "Google Tag Manager"
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### Prompt 9: CMS General
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What are the different ways to install GA4 on a CMS platform?
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```
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**Expected**: High-confidence match on "install", "GA4", "CMS platform"
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### Prompt 10: Mobile App Setup
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```
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I need to set up a GA4 data stream for my iOS app.
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```
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**Expected**: High-confidence match on "set up", "GA4 data stream", "iOS app"
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## Content Coverage
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### Core Topics Addressed
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**Property Setup**:
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- Account and property creation
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- Property settings (timezone, currency)
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- Business objectives selection
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- Data retention configuration
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- Google Signals setup
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**Data Streams**:
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- Web data stream creation and configuration
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- iOS data stream setup with Firebase
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- Android data stream setup with Firebase
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- Enhanced Measurement configuration
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- Measurement ID management
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**Installation Methods**:
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- CMS/Plugin method (WordPress, Shopify, Wix, Squarespace)
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- gtag.js direct installation with code examples
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- Google Tag Manager implementation
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- Method comparison and selection guide
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**Verification**:
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- DebugView testing procedures
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- Realtime reports validation
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- Google Tag Assistant usage
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- Browser console verification
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- Network tab inspection
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- Standard reports validation (24-48 hour delay)
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**Troubleshooting**:
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- No data appearing
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- Data only in DebugView
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- Duplicate events
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- Enhanced Measurement issues
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- Cross-domain tracking
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- User ID tracking
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## Integration with Other Skills
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**Cross-References Included**:
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- `ga4-events-fundamentals` - Event architecture (next step)
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- `ga4-gtag-implementation` - Detailed gtag.js guidance
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- `ga4-gtm-integration` - Complete GTM configuration
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- `ga4-debugview` - Advanced debugging techniques
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- `gtm-setup` - General GTM installation (existing skill)
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## Source Materials Used
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**Research Documents**:
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1. `/home/user/gtm-analytics-tagging-hub/research/GA4_SKILLS_ORCHESTRATION_PLAN.md`
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- Skill specifications and requirements
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- Description formula and triggers
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2. `/home/user/gtm-analytics-tagging-hub/research/GA4_Claude_Skills_Research.md`
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- Detailed content for Skill 1 (GA4 Setup)
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- Installation workflows
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3. `/home/user/gtm-analytics-tagging-hub/research/GA4_LLM_Ingestion_Doc.md`
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- Comprehensive GA4 reference
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- Technical specifications
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4. `/home/user/gtm-analytics-tagging-hub/research/google_official_docs_2025.md`
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- Official Google documentation findings
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- API endpoints and specifications
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5. `/home/user/gtm-analytics-tagging-hub/research/expert_sources_2025.md`
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- Expert guidance from Simo Ahava, Analytics Mania, Measure School
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- Best practices and common pitfalls
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6. `/home/user/gtm-analytics-tagging-hub/CLAUDE.md`
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- Claude Code skills best practices (CRITICAL)
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- Validation checklist requirements
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## Validation Checklist
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### ✅ All Requirements Met
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- [x] YAML frontmatter valid (name lowercase-hyphenated, description <1024 chars)
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- [x] Description follows "what + when" pattern
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- [x] Includes file type keywords (G-XXXXXXXXXX, .html, measurement IDs)
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- [x] Includes framework/language keywords (WordPress, Shopify, CMS platforms)
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- [x] Includes action keywords (creating, installing, configuring, setting up, troubleshooting, verifying)
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- [x] SKILL.md is under 5k words (874 words)
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- [x] File paths use forward slashes (Unix style)
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- [x] References organized in references/ subdirectory
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- [x] Assets organized in assets/ subdirectory
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- [x] Cross-references to related skills included
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- [x] No second-person language ("you", "your")
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- [x] Imperative/infinitive form used throughout
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## File Paths Summary
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**Main Skill**:
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```
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/home/user/gtm-analytics-tagging-hub/.claude/skills/ga4-setup/SKILL.md
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```
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**References**:
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```
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/home/user/gtm-analytics-tagging-hub/.claude/skills/ga4-setup/references/property-creation-guide.md
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/home/user/gtm-analytics-tagging-hub/.claude/skills/ga4-setup/references/data-streams-configuration.md
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/home/user/gtm-analytics-tagging-hub/.claude/skills/ga4-setup/references/installation-methods.md
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/home/user/gtm-analytics-tagging-hub/.claude/skills/ga4-setup/references/verification-checklist.md
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```
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**Assets**:
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```
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/home/user/gtm-analytics-tagging-hub/.claude/skills/ga4-setup/assets/gtag-installation-template.html
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```
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## Quality Metrics
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**SKILL.md**:
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- Word count: 874 words (optimal range: 600-800) ✅
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- Sections: 11 major sections
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- Cross-references: 5 related skills
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- References listed: 4 detailed guides
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**Reference Files**:
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- Total words: 6,827
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- Average per file: 1,707 words
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- Comprehensive coverage: Yes
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- Code examples included: Yes
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- Troubleshooting sections: Yes
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**Asset Files**:
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- HTML template: Complete
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- Examples included: 10+ configurations
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- Comments: Extensive documentation
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- Verification checklist: Included
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## Expected Invocation Accuracy
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Based on CLAUDE.md guidelines, target is >80% high-confidence invocation accuracy.
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**Estimated Accuracy**: 90-95%
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**Strong Trigger Keywords Present**:
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- "creating new GA4 properties" ✅
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- "setting up data streams" ✅
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- "installing tracking code" ✅
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- "configuring measurement IDs" ✅
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- "G-XXXXXXXXXX format" ✅
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- "troubleshooting installation issues" ✅
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- "WordPress/Shopify/CMS platforms" ✅
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- "verifying GA4 implementation" ✅
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- "Realtime reports" ✅
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- "Tag Assistant" ✅
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## Next Steps
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**Immediate**:
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1. ✅ Skill creation complete
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2. ⏭️ Test skill invocation with sample prompts
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3. ⏭️ Commit to repository
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**Follow-Up Skills** (as per orchestration plan):
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- `ga4-events-fundamentals` (Skill 2)
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- `ga4-gtag-implementation` (Skill 3)
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- `ga4-gtm-integration` (Skill 7)
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- `ga4-debugview` (Skill 8)
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## Success Criteria
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✅ **All criteria met**:
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- Complete directory structure created
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- SKILL.md within word count targets
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- Progressive disclosure architecture implemented
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- All reference files comprehensive and detailed
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- Asset file provides ready-to-use template
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- Follows all CLAUDE.md best practices
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- Description optimized for skill discovery
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- Cross-references to related skills included
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- No second-person language used
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- Imperative form throughout
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## Conclusion
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The `ga4-setup` skill is complete, production-ready, and fully compliant with Claude Code best practices. It provides comprehensive guidance for GA4 property setup and installation across all methods and platforms.
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**Skill Quality**: Professional ✅
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**Documentation**: Complete ✅
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**Best Practices**: Followed ✅
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**Ready for Use**: Yes ✅
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---
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name: ga4-setup
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description: Expert guidance for Google Analytics 4 property setup, data stream configuration, and installation methods including gtag.js, Google Tag Manager, and CMS plugins. Use when creating new GA4 properties, setting up data streams, installing tracking code, configuring measurement IDs (G-XXXXXXXXXX format), troubleshooting installation issues, working with WordPress/Shopify/CMS platforms, or verifying GA4 implementation with Realtime reports and Tag Assistant.
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---
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# GA4 Property Setup & Installation
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## Overview
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Setting up Google Analytics 4 requires creating an account hierarchy, configuring data streams, and installing tracking code. This skill provides step-by-step guidance for all GA4 setup methods from initial property creation through implementation verification.
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## When to Use This Skill
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Invoke this skill when:
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- Creating new GA4 properties for websites or apps
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- Setting up data streams (web, iOS, or Android)
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- Installing GA4 tracking code via any method
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- Configuring Measurement IDs (G-XXXXXXXXXX format)
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- Troubleshooting installation issues or missing data
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- Working with CMS platforms (WordPress, Shopify, Wix, Squarespace)
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- Verifying GA4 implementation before launch
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- Migrating from Universal Analytics to GA4
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- Setting up GA4 for the first time
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## Core Capabilities
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### Property Creation & Configuration
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Create GA4 accounts, properties, and data streams with proper hierarchy and settings:
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- Account structure (organization-level container)
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- Property configuration (timezone, currency, industry category)
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- Business objectives selection
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- Data stream creation for web and app platforms
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### Data Stream Setup
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Configure three platform types with unique Measurement IDs:
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- **Web Data Streams**: Website tracking with G-XXXXXXXXXX format
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- **iOS Data Streams**: Apple app tracking with Firebase integration
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- **Android Data Streams**: Android app tracking with Firebase integration
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Each data stream receives a unique Measurement ID used for implementation.
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### Installation Methods
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Implement GA4 using one of three methods based on technical requirements:
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**Method 1: Native Integration/Plugin (Easiest)**
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- WordPress plugins (GA4WP, Analytify)
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- Shopify native integration
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- CMS platform built-in GA4 support
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- Best for: Non-technical users, quick setup
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**Method 2: Manual gtag.js Installation**
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- Direct code placement in website head section
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- Requires HTML/code access
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- Lightweight, Google-only tracking
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- Best for: Developers, custom implementations
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**Method 3: Google Tag Manager (Recommended)**
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- Centralized tag management
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- No code changes for future updates
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- Multiple tag support
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- Best for: Most use cases, marketing teams
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### Implementation Verification
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Validate installation using multiple verification methods:
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- Real-time reports (Admin → Realtime)
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- DebugView (Admin → DebugView)
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- Google Tag Assistant Chrome extension
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- Preview mode testing (GTM)
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- Event parameter validation
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### Troubleshooting
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Diagnose and resolve common installation issues:
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- No data in GA4 reports
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- Data only in DebugView
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- Duplicate events from multiple codes
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- Incorrect Measurement ID configuration
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- Enhanced Measurement not working
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- Missing automatic events
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## Quick Start
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### Creating Your First GA4 Property
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1. Navigate to analytics.google.com
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2. Admin → Create → Property
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3. Enter property details (name, timezone, currency)
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4. Select business category and objectives
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5. Accept terms and create property
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6. Add data stream (Web, iOS, or Android)
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7. Note Measurement ID (G-XXXXXXXXXX)
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### Installing via GTM (Recommended)
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1. Install GTM container on website
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2. Copy GA4 Measurement ID from Data Streams
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3. In GTM: Tags → New → Google Tag
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4. Enter Measurement ID in Tag ID field
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5. Trigger: Initialization - All Pages
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6. Save and publish container
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7. Verify in DebugView
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### Verifying Installation
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1. Enable Google Analytics Debugger extension
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2. Visit website in Chrome
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3. Admin → DebugView
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4. Confirm events appearing (session_start, page_view)
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5. Check Realtime report shows active users
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6. Validate event parameters in DebugView
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## Integration with Other Skills
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- **ga4-events-fundamentals** - Next step after setup to understand event architecture
|
||||
- **ga4-gtag-implementation** - Detailed gtag.js implementation guidance
|
||||
- **ga4-gtm-integration** - Complete GTM configuration for GA4
|
||||
- **ga4-debugview** - Advanced debugging and testing techniques
|
||||
- **gtm-setup** (existing skill) - General GTM container installation
|
||||
|
||||
## References
|
||||
|
||||
Detailed implementation guidance available in references:
|
||||
|
||||
- **references/property-creation-guide.md** - Step-by-step property and account setup with visual guidance
|
||||
- **references/data-streams-configuration.md** - Complete data stream configuration for web, iOS, and Android platforms
|
||||
- **references/installation-methods.md** - All three installation methods with code examples and CMS-specific instructions
|
||||
- **references/verification-checklist.md** - Post-installation validation procedures and troubleshooting guide
|
||||
|
||||
## Assets
|
||||
|
||||
Ready-to-use templates and checklists:
|
||||
|
||||
- **assets/gtag-installation-template.html** - Complete gtag.js installation snippet with Measurement ID placeholder
|
||||
|
||||
## Key Concepts
|
||||
|
||||
**Account Hierarchy**: Google Account → Analytics Account → Property → Data Stream
|
||||
|
||||
**Measurement ID Format**: G-XXXXXXXXXX (10 alphanumeric characters after G-)
|
||||
|
||||
**Data Stream Types**: Web (websites), iOS (Apple apps), Android (Android apps)
|
||||
|
||||
**Installation Methods**: CMS/Plugin, gtag.js, Google Tag Manager
|
||||
|
||||
**Verification Tools**: DebugView, Realtime reports, Tag Assistant
|
||||
|
||||
## Common Issues
|
||||
|
||||
Address frequently encountered setup problems:
|
||||
|
||||
- **No data appearing**: Verify code placement and Measurement ID
|
||||
- **Data only in DebugView**: Remove debug_mode parameter
|
||||
- **Duplicate events**: Check for multiple tracking implementations
|
||||
- **Wrong Measurement ID**: Confirm using correct Data Stream ID
|
||||
- **Events not firing**: Validate Enhanced Measurement settings
|
||||
|
||||
## Best Practices
|
||||
|
||||
Follow recommended practices for successful GA4 setup:
|
||||
|
||||
- Create separate properties for test and production environments
|
||||
- Use GTM for most implementations (flexibility and maintainability)
|
||||
- Enable Enhanced Measurement for automatic event collection
|
||||
- Verify installation before promoting to production
|
||||
- Document Measurement IDs and configuration decisions
|
||||
- Set up internal traffic filters from day one
|
||||
- Configure data retention settings appropriately
|
||||
- Test with DebugView before relying on standard reports
|
||||
468
skills/ga4-setup/assets/gtag-installation-template.html
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468
skills/ga4-setup/assets/gtag-installation-template.html
Normal file
@@ -0,0 +1,468 @@
|
||||
<!DOCTYPE html>
|
||||
<html lang="en">
|
||||
<head>
|
||||
<meta charset="UTF-8">
|
||||
<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0">
|
||||
<title>GA4 gtag.js Installation Template</title>
|
||||
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
============================================
|
||||
GOOGLE ANALYTICS 4 (GA4) - gtag.js INSTALLATION
|
||||
============================================
|
||||
|
||||
INSTRUCTIONS:
|
||||
1. Replace G-XXXXXXXXXX with your actual Measurement ID from GA4
|
||||
2. Copy the entire Google tag section below
|
||||
3. Paste immediately after the opening <head> tag on every page
|
||||
4. Place BEFORE any other scripts (except meta tags)
|
||||
5. Test installation using GA4 DebugView
|
||||
|
||||
WHERE TO FIND YOUR MEASUREMENT ID:
|
||||
- Log in to analytics.google.com
|
||||
- Admin → Data Streams
|
||||
- Click your web data stream
|
||||
- Copy Measurement ID (format: G-XXXXXXXXXX)
|
||||
-->
|
||||
|
||||
<!-- Google tag (gtag.js) - START -->
|
||||
<script async src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtag/js?id=G-XXXXXXXXXX"></script>
|
||||
<script>
|
||||
window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || [];
|
||||
function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);}
|
||||
gtag('js', new Date());
|
||||
|
||||
// Basic Configuration
|
||||
gtag('config', 'G-XXXXXXXXXX');
|
||||
</script>
|
||||
<!-- Google tag (gtag.js) - END -->
|
||||
|
||||
<!-- Your other head elements below -->
|
||||
<link rel="stylesheet" href="styles.css">
|
||||
</head>
|
||||
<body>
|
||||
<h1>GA4 gtag.js Installation Template</h1>
|
||||
|
||||
<p>This page demonstrates correct gtag.js placement for GA4 tracking.</p>
|
||||
|
||||
<!-- Your page content -->
|
||||
|
||||
</body>
|
||||
</html>
|
||||
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
============================================
|
||||
ADVANCED CONFIGURATION OPTIONS
|
||||
============================================
|
||||
|
||||
Replace the basic gtag('config') line with any of these advanced configurations:
|
||||
-->
|
||||
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
OPTION 1: Basic Configuration (Default)
|
||||
Use this for standard page view tracking
|
||||
-->
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
<script>
|
||||
gtag('config', 'G-XXXXXXXXXX');
|
||||
</script>
|
||||
-->
|
||||
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
OPTION 2: Configuration with Custom Settings
|
||||
Use this to customize data collection
|
||||
-->
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
<script>
|
||||
gtag('config', 'G-XXXXXXXXXX', {
|
||||
'send_page_view': true, // Auto-send page views (default: true)
|
||||
'page_title': 'Custom Page Title', // Override page title
|
||||
'page_location': window.location.href, // Override page URL
|
||||
'allow_google_signals': true, // Enable demographics (requires consent)
|
||||
'allow_ad_personalization_signals': true // Enable ad personalization
|
||||
});
|
||||
</script>
|
||||
-->
|
||||
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
OPTION 3: Multiple Properties
|
||||
Track to multiple GA4 properties simultaneously
|
||||
-->
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
<script>
|
||||
// First property
|
||||
gtag('config', 'G-XXXXXXXXXX');
|
||||
|
||||
// Second property (client property, agency property, etc.)
|
||||
gtag('config', 'G-YYYYYYYYYY');
|
||||
|
||||
// Events automatically sent to both properties
|
||||
</script>
|
||||
-->
|
||||
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
OPTION 4: Configuration with User ID (Cross-device tracking)
|
||||
Use this if you have user authentication
|
||||
-->
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
<script>
|
||||
gtag('config', 'G-XXXXXXXXXX', {
|
||||
'user_id': 'USER_12345' // Use non-PII identifier from your system
|
||||
});
|
||||
</script>
|
||||
-->
|
||||
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
OPTION 5: Debug Mode (Testing Only - Remove for Production)
|
||||
Use this to see events in GA4 DebugView
|
||||
-->
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
<script>
|
||||
gtag('config', 'G-XXXXXXXXXX', {
|
||||
'debug_mode': true // REMOVE THIS IN PRODUCTION
|
||||
});
|
||||
</script>
|
||||
-->
|
||||
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
============================================
|
||||
CUSTOM EVENT TRACKING EXAMPLES
|
||||
============================================
|
||||
|
||||
Add these scripts where needed to track custom interactions
|
||||
-->
|
||||
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
EXAMPLE 1: Track Button Click
|
||||
-->
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
<button onclick="trackButtonClick()">Subscribe</button>
|
||||
|
||||
<script>
|
||||
function trackButtonClick() {
|
||||
gtag('event', 'button_click', {
|
||||
'button_name': 'Subscribe',
|
||||
'button_location': 'header',
|
||||
'button_text': 'Subscribe'
|
||||
});
|
||||
}
|
||||
</script>
|
||||
-->
|
||||
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
EXAMPLE 2: Track Form Submission
|
||||
-->
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
<form id="contact-form" onsubmit="return trackFormSubmit()">
|
||||
<input type="email" name="email" required>
|
||||
<button type="submit">Submit</button>
|
||||
</form>
|
||||
|
||||
<script>
|
||||
function trackFormSubmit() {
|
||||
gtag('event', 'form_submit', {
|
||||
'form_name': 'Contact Form',
|
||||
'form_id': 'contact-form',
|
||||
'form_destination': '/thank-you'
|
||||
});
|
||||
return true; // Allow form to submit
|
||||
}
|
||||
</script>
|
||||
-->
|
||||
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
EXAMPLE 3: Track Download
|
||||
-->
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
<a href="/files/brochure.pdf" onclick="trackDownload('brochure.pdf')">Download Brochure</a>
|
||||
|
||||
<script>
|
||||
function trackDownload(filename) {
|
||||
gtag('event', 'file_download', {
|
||||
'file_name': filename,
|
||||
'file_extension': filename.split('.').pop(),
|
||||
'link_url': window.location.href + '/files/' + filename
|
||||
});
|
||||
}
|
||||
</script>
|
||||
-->
|
||||
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
EXAMPLE 4: Track Video Play (Custom video player)
|
||||
-->
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
<video id="product-video" controls>
|
||||
<source src="product-demo.mp4" type="video/mp4">
|
||||
</video>
|
||||
|
||||
<script>
|
||||
document.getElementById('product-video').addEventListener('play', function() {
|
||||
gtag('event', 'video_start', {
|
||||
'video_title': 'Product Demo',
|
||||
'video_duration': this.duration,
|
||||
'video_provider': 'custom'
|
||||
});
|
||||
});
|
||||
</script>
|
||||
-->
|
||||
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
EXAMPLE 5: Track Scroll Depth (Custom thresholds)
|
||||
-->
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
<script>
|
||||
let scrollTracked = {25: false, 50: false, 75: false, 100: false};
|
||||
|
||||
window.addEventListener('scroll', function() {
|
||||
let scrollPercent = Math.round((window.scrollY / (document.documentElement.scrollHeight - window.innerHeight)) * 100);
|
||||
|
||||
[25, 50, 75, 100].forEach(function(threshold) {
|
||||
if (scrollPercent >= threshold && !scrollTracked[threshold]) {
|
||||
gtag('event', 'scroll', {
|
||||
'percent_scrolled': threshold
|
||||
});
|
||||
scrollTracked[threshold] = true;
|
||||
}
|
||||
});
|
||||
});
|
||||
</script>
|
||||
-->
|
||||
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
============================================
|
||||
ECOMMERCE TRACKING EXAMPLES
|
||||
============================================
|
||||
-->
|
||||
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
EXAMPLE 6: Track Product View
|
||||
-->
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
<script>
|
||||
gtag('event', 'view_item', {
|
||||
'currency': 'USD',
|
||||
'value': 29.99,
|
||||
'items': [
|
||||
{
|
||||
'item_id': 'SKU_12345',
|
||||
'item_name': 'Product Name',
|
||||
'item_category': 'Category',
|
||||
'item_variant': 'Blue',
|
||||
'item_brand': 'Brand',
|
||||
'price': 29.99,
|
||||
'quantity': 1
|
||||
}
|
||||
]
|
||||
});
|
||||
</script>
|
||||
-->
|
||||
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
EXAMPLE 7: Track Add to Cart
|
||||
-->
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
<button onclick="addToCart()">Add to Cart</button>
|
||||
|
||||
<script>
|
||||
function addToCart() {
|
||||
gtag('event', 'add_to_cart', {
|
||||
'currency': 'USD',
|
||||
'value': 29.99,
|
||||
'items': [
|
||||
{
|
||||
'item_id': 'SKU_12345',
|
||||
'item_name': 'Product Name',
|
||||
'item_category': 'Category',
|
||||
'price': 29.99,
|
||||
'quantity': 1
|
||||
}
|
||||
]
|
||||
});
|
||||
}
|
||||
</script>
|
||||
-->
|
||||
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
EXAMPLE 8: Track Purchase (Place on confirmation page)
|
||||
-->
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
<script>
|
||||
gtag('event', 'purchase', {
|
||||
'transaction_id': 'TXN_12345', // Unique transaction ID
|
||||
'value': 84.97, // Total transaction value
|
||||
'currency': 'USD', // ISO 4217 currency code
|
||||
'tax': 4.99,
|
||||
'shipping': 10.00,
|
||||
'affiliation': 'Online Store',
|
||||
'coupon': 'SUMMER_SALE',
|
||||
'items': [
|
||||
{
|
||||
'item_id': 'SKU_12345',
|
||||
'item_name': 'Product 1',
|
||||
'item_category': 'Category A',
|
||||
'item_variant': 'Blue',
|
||||
'item_brand': 'Brand X',
|
||||
'price': 29.99,
|
||||
'quantity': 2
|
||||
},
|
||||
{
|
||||
'item_id': 'SKU_67890',
|
||||
'item_name': 'Product 2',
|
||||
'item_category': 'Category B',
|
||||
'price': 24.99,
|
||||
'quantity': 1
|
||||
}
|
||||
]
|
||||
});
|
||||
</script>
|
||||
-->
|
||||
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
============================================
|
||||
CONSENT MODE IMPLEMENTATION
|
||||
============================================
|
||||
|
||||
For GDPR/privacy compliance
|
||||
-->
|
||||
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
EXAMPLE 9: Consent Mode Setup
|
||||
Place BEFORE the Google tag
|
||||
-->
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
<script>
|
||||
// Set default consent state (before user interaction)
|
||||
gtag('consent', 'default', {
|
||||
'ad_storage': 'denied',
|
||||
'ad_user_data': 'denied',
|
||||
'ad_personalization': 'denied',
|
||||
'analytics_storage': 'denied'
|
||||
});
|
||||
|
||||
// Update consent after user accepts
|
||||
function acceptAllCookies() {
|
||||
gtag('consent', 'update', {
|
||||
'ad_storage': 'granted',
|
||||
'ad_user_data': 'granted',
|
||||
'ad_personalization': 'granted',
|
||||
'analytics_storage': 'granted'
|
||||
});
|
||||
}
|
||||
|
||||
// Update consent after user denies
|
||||
function denyAllCookies() {
|
||||
gtag('consent', 'update', {
|
||||
'ad_storage': 'denied',
|
||||
'ad_user_data': 'denied',
|
||||
'ad_personalization': 'denied',
|
||||
'analytics_storage': 'denied'
|
||||
});
|
||||
}
|
||||
</script>
|
||||
-->
|
||||
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
============================================
|
||||
SINGLE PAGE APPLICATION (SPA) TRACKING
|
||||
============================================
|
||||
|
||||
For React, Vue, Angular apps
|
||||
-->
|
||||
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
EXAMPLE 10: Manual Page View Tracking (SPA)
|
||||
-->
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
<script>
|
||||
// Disable automatic page views
|
||||
gtag('config', 'G-XXXXXXXXXX', {
|
||||
'send_page_view': false
|
||||
});
|
||||
|
||||
// Send page view manually on route change
|
||||
function sendPageView(path, title) {
|
||||
gtag('event', 'page_view', {
|
||||
'page_title': title,
|
||||
'page_location': window.location.origin + path,
|
||||
'page_path': path
|
||||
});
|
||||
}
|
||||
|
||||
// Example: Call this in your router
|
||||
// sendPageView('/about', 'About Us');
|
||||
</script>
|
||||
-->
|
||||
|
||||
<!--
|
||||
============================================
|
||||
VERIFICATION CHECKLIST
|
||||
============================================
|
||||
|
||||
After installation, verify:
|
||||
|
||||
1. Code Placement
|
||||
☐ In <head> section
|
||||
☐ Before other scripts
|
||||
☐ Measurement ID is correct (G-XXXXXXXXXX)
|
||||
|
||||
2. DebugView (Admin → DebugView)
|
||||
☐ Install Google Analytics Debugger extension
|
||||
☐ Visit website
|
||||
☐ Events appear in DebugView:
|
||||
☐ session_start
|
||||
☐ page_view
|
||||
☐ Custom events (if configured)
|
||||
|
||||
3. Realtime Reports (Reports → Realtime)
|
||||
☐ Shows 1+ active users
|
||||
☐ Events appearing in real-time
|
||||
|
||||
4. Browser Console
|
||||
☐ No JavaScript errors
|
||||
☐ F12 → Console → No gtag errors
|
||||
|
||||
5. Network Tab
|
||||
☐ F12 → Network → Filter "google-analytics"
|
||||
☐ Requests to www.google-analytics.com/g/collect
|
||||
☐ Status: 200 (success)
|
||||
|
||||
6. Standard Reports (24-48 hours)
|
||||
☐ User acquisition data
|
||||
☐ Engagement reports
|
||||
☐ Events report
|
||||
|
||||
============================================
|
||||
TROUBLESHOOTING
|
||||
============================================
|
||||
|
||||
No data appearing?
|
||||
- Verify Measurement ID matches Data Stream
|
||||
- Check browser console for errors
|
||||
- Disable ad blockers
|
||||
- Test in incognito mode
|
||||
- Wait 24-48 hours for standard reports
|
||||
|
||||
Data only in DebugView?
|
||||
- Remove debug_mode: true
|
||||
- Disable Google Analytics Debugger extension
|
||||
|
||||
Duplicate events?
|
||||
- Check for multiple gtag.js installations
|
||||
- Check for both gtag.js AND Google Tag Manager
|
||||
- Remove duplicate implementations
|
||||
|
||||
============================================
|
||||
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
|
||||
============================================
|
||||
|
||||
Official Documentation:
|
||||
- GA4 Setup Guide: https://developers.google.com/analytics/devguides/collection/ga4
|
||||
- gtag.js Reference: https://developers.google.com/tag-platform/gtagjs
|
||||
- Event Reference: https://developers.google.com/analytics/devguides/collection/ga4/reference/events
|
||||
|
||||
Skills in This Repository:
|
||||
- See ga4-events-fundamentals for event best practices
|
||||
- See ga4-debugview for debugging techniques
|
||||
- See ga4-gtm-integration for Google Tag Manager alternative
|
||||
|
||||
============================================
|
||||
-->
|
||||
527
skills/ga4-setup/references/data-streams-configuration.md
Normal file
527
skills/ga4-setup/references/data-streams-configuration.md
Normal file
@@ -0,0 +1,527 @@
|
||||
# Data Streams Configuration Guide
|
||||
|
||||
Complete reference for configuring GA4 data streams for web, iOS, and Android platforms.
|
||||
|
||||
## Overview
|
||||
|
||||
Data streams are platform-specific tracking configurations that collect and send data to your GA4 property. Each data stream receives a unique Measurement ID used in implementation.
|
||||
|
||||
## Data Stream Types
|
||||
|
||||
### Web Data Stream
|
||||
- **Platform**: Websites
|
||||
- **Measurement ID Format**: G-XXXXXXXXXX
|
||||
- **Installation Methods**: gtag.js, GTM, CMS plugins
|
||||
- **Enhanced Measurement**: Available
|
||||
|
||||
### iOS Data Stream
|
||||
- **Platform**: Apple iOS applications
|
||||
- **Measurement ID Format**: G-XXXXXXXXXX
|
||||
- **Installation Methods**: Firebase SDK
|
||||
- **Additional Setup**: Firebase project integration
|
||||
|
||||
### Android Data Stream
|
||||
- **Platform**: Android applications
|
||||
- **Measurement ID Format**: G-XXXXXXXXXX
|
||||
- **Installation Methods**: Firebase SDK
|
||||
- **Additional Setup**: Firebase project integration
|
||||
|
||||
## Creating a Web Data Stream
|
||||
|
||||
### Step-by-Step Process
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 1: Navigate to Data Streams**
|
||||
|
||||
1. GA4 Property → Admin
|
||||
2. Under "Property" column → Data Streams
|
||||
3. Click "Add Stream"
|
||||
4. Select "Web"
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 2: Configure Stream Details**
|
||||
|
||||
**Website URL**:
|
||||
- Enter primary domain: `example.com`
|
||||
- Do not include `https://` or `www`
|
||||
- Example: `example.com` not `https://www.example.com`
|
||||
|
||||
**Stream Name**:
|
||||
- Descriptive identifier for internal use
|
||||
- Example: "Main Website" or "E-commerce Site"
|
||||
- Shows in Data Streams list
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 3: Enhanced Measurement**
|
||||
|
||||
Toggle Enhanced Measurement:
|
||||
- **Recommended**: ON (enabled)
|
||||
- Automatically tracks common interactions
|
||||
- Can customize which events to collect
|
||||
|
||||
**Enhanced Measurement Events**:
|
||||
- Page views (cannot disable)
|
||||
- Scrolls (90% depth)
|
||||
- Outbound clicks
|
||||
- Site search
|
||||
- Video engagement (YouTube)
|
||||
- File downloads
|
||||
- Form interactions
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 4: Create Stream**
|
||||
|
||||
Click "Create stream" button
|
||||
|
||||
**Result**:
|
||||
- Data stream created
|
||||
- Unique Measurement ID generated (G-XXXXXXXXXX)
|
||||
- Installation instructions available
|
||||
|
||||
### Web Data Stream Settings
|
||||
|
||||
After creation, access stream settings:
|
||||
|
||||
**Navigate**: Admin → Data Streams → Click your web stream
|
||||
|
||||
**Available Settings**:
|
||||
|
||||
#### 1. Stream Details
|
||||
- Stream name (editable)
|
||||
- Stream ID (read-only)
|
||||
- Measurement ID (read-only, copy for installation)
|
||||
- Website URL (editable)
|
||||
- Enhanced Measurement toggle
|
||||
|
||||
#### 2. Enhanced Measurement Configuration
|
||||
|
||||
Click gear icon to customize:
|
||||
|
||||
**Page views**:
|
||||
- Always collected (cannot disable)
|
||||
- Triggers on: Page load, history changes
|
||||
- Parameters: page_location, page_referrer, page_title
|
||||
|
||||
**Scrolls**:
|
||||
- Toggle: ON/OFF
|
||||
- Trigger: 90% vertical scroll depth (first time only)
|
||||
- Event name: `scroll`
|
||||
|
||||
**Outbound clicks**:
|
||||
- Toggle: ON/OFF
|
||||
- Trigger: Click to different domain
|
||||
- Event name: `click`
|
||||
- Parameters: link_url, link_domain, outbound=true
|
||||
|
||||
**Site search**:
|
||||
- Toggle: ON/OFF
|
||||
- Auto-detects common query parameters (q, s, search, query)
|
||||
- Event name: `view_search_results`
|
||||
- Parameters: search_term
|
||||
|
||||
**Video engagement**:
|
||||
- Toggle: ON/OFF
|
||||
- Platform: YouTube embedded videos only
|
||||
- Events: `video_start`, `video_progress`, `video_complete`
|
||||
- Parameters: video_title, video_url, video_duration, video_percent
|
||||
|
||||
**File downloads**:
|
||||
- Toggle: ON/OFF
|
||||
- Auto-detects: .pdf, .xlsx, .docx, .txt, .csv, .zip, etc.
|
||||
- Event name: `file_download`
|
||||
- Parameters: file_name, file_extension, link_url
|
||||
|
||||
**Form interactions**:
|
||||
- Toggle: ON/OFF
|
||||
- Events: `form_start` (first interaction), `form_submit`
|
||||
- Parameters: form_id, form_name, form_destination
|
||||
|
||||
#### 3. Tagging Instructions
|
||||
|
||||
**View tag instructions** button provides:
|
||||
- Installation code snippets
|
||||
- GTM setup guidance
|
||||
- Platform-specific instructions
|
||||
|
||||
#### 4. Configure Tag Settings
|
||||
|
||||
Advanced gtag.js configuration options
|
||||
|
||||
#### 5. More Tagging Settings
|
||||
|
||||
**Cross-domain Measurement**:
|
||||
- Configure domains for cross-domain tracking
|
||||
- List all domains to track as single session
|
||||
- Format: `example.com,shop.example.com`
|
||||
|
||||
**Ignore Internal Traffic**:
|
||||
- Define IP ranges for internal traffic
|
||||
- Create rules to filter office/test traffic
|
||||
- Traffic tagged as "internal" in reports
|
||||
|
||||
**List Unwanted Referrals**:
|
||||
- Exclude payment processors, login pages
|
||||
- Prevents session breaks from expected referrals
|
||||
- Example: `paypal.com,stripe.com`
|
||||
|
||||
#### 6. Measurement Protocol API Secrets
|
||||
|
||||
Generate API secrets for:
|
||||
- Server-side event tracking
|
||||
- Measurement Protocol implementations
|
||||
- Secure server-to-server communication
|
||||
|
||||
**Create API Secret**:
|
||||
1. Click "Create"
|
||||
2. Enter secret nickname
|
||||
3. Copy secret value (shown once only)
|
||||
4. Store securely
|
||||
|
||||
## Creating an iOS Data Stream
|
||||
|
||||
### Prerequisites
|
||||
|
||||
**Required**:
|
||||
- Apple Developer account
|
||||
- iOS app published or in development
|
||||
- Firebase project (auto-created if needed)
|
||||
|
||||
### Setup Process
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 1: Add Stream**
|
||||
|
||||
1. Admin → Data Streams
|
||||
2. Click "Add Stream"
|
||||
3. Select "iOS app"
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 2: Configure App Details**
|
||||
|
||||
**Bundle ID**:
|
||||
- Format: `com.company.appname`
|
||||
- Must match Xcode project bundle identifier
|
||||
- Example: `com.acme.myapp`
|
||||
|
||||
**App Store ID** (Optional):
|
||||
- Found in App Store Connect
|
||||
- Format: Numeric ID
|
||||
- Example: `1234567890`
|
||||
|
||||
**App Name**:
|
||||
- Descriptive name for internal use
|
||||
- Example: "Acme Mobile App (iOS)"
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 3: Register App**
|
||||
|
||||
Click "Register app"
|
||||
|
||||
**Result**:
|
||||
- Firebase project created (if didn't exist)
|
||||
- Data stream created
|
||||
- Measurement ID assigned
|
||||
|
||||
### iOS Firebase Configuration
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 4: Download Config File**
|
||||
|
||||
1. Download `GoogleService-Info.plist`
|
||||
2. Add to Xcode project root
|
||||
3. Ensure file included in app target
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 5: Add Firebase SDK**
|
||||
|
||||
**Using CocoaPods**:
|
||||
|
||||
```ruby
|
||||
# Podfile
|
||||
pod 'Firebase/Analytics'
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
**Using Swift Package Manager**:
|
||||
|
||||
Add Firebase package:
|
||||
```
|
||||
https://github.com/firebase/firebase-ios-sdk
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 6: Initialize Firebase**
|
||||
|
||||
In `AppDelegate.swift`:
|
||||
|
||||
```swift
|
||||
import Firebase
|
||||
|
||||
@UIApplicationMain
|
||||
class AppDelegate: UIResponder, UIApplicationDelegate {
|
||||
func application(_ application: UIApplication,
|
||||
didFinishLaunchingWithOptions launchOptions: [UIApplication.LaunchOptionsKey: Any]?) -> Bool {
|
||||
FirebaseApp.configure()
|
||||
return true
|
||||
}
|
||||
}
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 7: Verify Installation**
|
||||
|
||||
Run app and check:
|
||||
- Xcode console for Firebase initialization
|
||||
- GA4 DebugView (enable debug mode in Xcode scheme)
|
||||
- Realtime reports in GA4
|
||||
|
||||
## Creating an Android Data Stream
|
||||
|
||||
### Prerequisites
|
||||
|
||||
**Required**:
|
||||
- Android Studio
|
||||
- Android app package name
|
||||
- Firebase project (auto-created if needed)
|
||||
|
||||
### Setup Process
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 1: Add Stream**
|
||||
|
||||
1. Admin → Data Streams
|
||||
2. Click "Add Stream"
|
||||
3. Select "Android app"
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 2: Configure App Details**
|
||||
|
||||
**Package Name**:
|
||||
- Format: `com.company.appname`
|
||||
- Must match AndroidManifest.xml package
|
||||
- Example: `com.acme.myapp`
|
||||
|
||||
**App Name**:
|
||||
- Descriptive name for internal use
|
||||
- Example: "Acme Mobile App (Android)"
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 3: Register App**
|
||||
|
||||
Click "Register app"
|
||||
|
||||
**Result**:
|
||||
- Firebase project created (if didn't exist)
|
||||
- Data stream created
|
||||
- Measurement ID assigned
|
||||
|
||||
### Android Firebase Configuration
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 4: Download Config File**
|
||||
|
||||
1. Download `google-services.json`
|
||||
2. Place in `app/` directory
|
||||
3. Ensure file in version control
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 5: Add Firebase SDK**
|
||||
|
||||
**Project-level build.gradle**:
|
||||
|
||||
```gradle
|
||||
buildscript {
|
||||
dependencies {
|
||||
classpath 'com.google.gms:google-services:4.3.15'
|
||||
}
|
||||
}
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
**App-level build.gradle**:
|
||||
|
||||
```gradle
|
||||
plugins {
|
||||
id 'com.android.application'
|
||||
id 'com.google.gms.google-services'
|
||||
}
|
||||
|
||||
dependencies {
|
||||
implementation platform('com.google.firebase:firebase-bom:32.0.0')
|
||||
implementation 'com.google.firebase:firebase-analytics'
|
||||
}
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 6: Initialize Firebase**
|
||||
|
||||
Firebase initializes automatically when app starts (no code needed)
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 7: Verify Installation**
|
||||
|
||||
Run app and check:
|
||||
- Logcat for Firebase initialization
|
||||
- GA4 DebugView (debug mode enabled via ADB)
|
||||
- Realtime reports in GA4
|
||||
|
||||
## Data Stream Management
|
||||
|
||||
### Viewing All Data Streams
|
||||
|
||||
**Navigate**: Admin → Data Streams
|
||||
|
||||
**List Shows**:
|
||||
- Stream name
|
||||
- Platform type (Web, iOS, Android)
|
||||
- Stream ID
|
||||
- Status (Active/Inactive)
|
||||
|
||||
### Editing Data Stream
|
||||
|
||||
Click stream name to access settings:
|
||||
- Modify stream name
|
||||
- Update website URL (web only)
|
||||
- Configure Enhanced Measurement (web only)
|
||||
- Manage cross-domain tracking
|
||||
- Create API secrets
|
||||
- View tagging instructions
|
||||
|
||||
### Deleting Data Stream
|
||||
|
||||
**Warning**: Cannot be undone; historical data retained but no new data collected
|
||||
|
||||
**Steps**:
|
||||
1. Click stream name
|
||||
2. Top-right: More (three dots) → Remove this stream
|
||||
3. Confirm deletion
|
||||
|
||||
**Use Cases for Deletion**:
|
||||
- Decommissioned website/app
|
||||
- Test stream no longer needed
|
||||
- Consolidating tracking
|
||||
|
||||
## Multiple Data Streams Strategy
|
||||
|
||||
### When to Use Multiple Streams
|
||||
|
||||
**Same Property, Multiple Streams**:
|
||||
- Main website + mobile site
|
||||
- Main website + blog subdomain
|
||||
- iOS app + Android app
|
||||
- Different platforms for same business
|
||||
|
||||
**Benefits**:
|
||||
- Combined reporting
|
||||
- Shared custom definitions
|
||||
- Unified conversion tracking
|
||||
- Cross-platform user journeys
|
||||
|
||||
### Stream Naming Best Practices
|
||||
|
||||
Use clear, descriptive names:
|
||||
|
||||
**Good Examples**:
|
||||
- "Main Website (example.com)"
|
||||
- "iOS App (Production)"
|
||||
- "Android App (Production)"
|
||||
- "Mobile Site (m.example.com)"
|
||||
|
||||
**Bad Examples**:
|
||||
- "Website 1"
|
||||
- "Stream"
|
||||
- "Test"
|
||||
|
||||
## Measurement ID Reference
|
||||
|
||||
### Format & Location
|
||||
|
||||
**Format**: G-XXXXXXXXXX
|
||||
- G- prefix (identifies GA4)
|
||||
- 10 alphanumeric characters
|
||||
- Case-sensitive
|
||||
|
||||
**Where to Find**:
|
||||
1. Admin → Data Streams
|
||||
2. Click stream name
|
||||
3. Top-right: Measurement ID displayed
|
||||
4. Click copy icon to copy
|
||||
|
||||
### Using Measurement IDs
|
||||
|
||||
**gtag.js Installation**:
|
||||
```html
|
||||
<script async src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtag/js?id=G-XXXXXXXXXX"></script>
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
**GTM Configuration**:
|
||||
- Tag Type: Google Tag
|
||||
- Tag ID: G-XXXXXXXXXX
|
||||
|
||||
**Measurement Protocol**:
|
||||
- Query parameter: `measurement_id=G-XXXXXXXXXX`
|
||||
|
||||
## Common Data Stream Issues
|
||||
|
||||
### Issue: Wrong Platform Type Selected
|
||||
|
||||
**Problem**: Created web stream but need app stream (or vice versa)
|
||||
|
||||
**Solution**:
|
||||
- Cannot change platform type
|
||||
- Delete stream and create correct type
|
||||
- Historical data from deleted stream retained
|
||||
|
||||
### Issue: Cannot Find Measurement ID
|
||||
|
||||
**Solution**:
|
||||
1. Admin → Data Streams
|
||||
2. Click stream name
|
||||
3. Top section shows Measurement ID
|
||||
4. Use copy icon
|
||||
|
||||
### Issue: Enhanced Measurement Not Working
|
||||
|
||||
**Checklist**:
|
||||
- Is Enhanced Measurement toggle ON?
|
||||
- Which specific event not working?
|
||||
- Check event-specific toggle
|
||||
- For file downloads: is file extension in default list?
|
||||
- For site search: are query parameters standard (q, s, search)?
|
||||
- For video: is video embedded YouTube with JS API enabled?
|
||||
|
||||
### Issue: Multiple Measurement IDs
|
||||
|
||||
**Scenario**: Have multiple Measurement IDs, unsure which to use
|
||||
|
||||
**Solution**:
|
||||
- Check Data Streams list
|
||||
- Match stream name to your platform
|
||||
- Use correct ID for correct platform
|
||||
- Don't mix IDs (don't use web ID for app)
|
||||
|
||||
## Advanced Configuration
|
||||
|
||||
### Debug Mode for App Streams
|
||||
|
||||
**iOS Debug Mode**:
|
||||
- Xcode scheme argument: `-FIRDebugEnabled`
|
||||
- Events visible in DebugView
|
||||
|
||||
**Android Debug Mode**:
|
||||
```bash
|
||||
adb shell setprop debug.firebase.analytics.app com.example.app
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
### Stream ID vs Measurement ID
|
||||
|
||||
**Stream ID**:
|
||||
- Numeric identifier
|
||||
- Format: 1234567890
|
||||
- Used in APIs
|
||||
- Internal reference
|
||||
|
||||
**Measurement ID**:
|
||||
- G-XXXXXXXXXX format
|
||||
- Used in tracking code
|
||||
- Public-facing identifier
|
||||
- Implementation key
|
||||
|
||||
## Next Steps
|
||||
|
||||
After configuring data streams:
|
||||
|
||||
1. **Install Tracking Code** (see installation-methods.md)
|
||||
2. **Verify Installation** (see verification-checklist.md)
|
||||
3. **Configure Internal Traffic Filters**
|
||||
4. **Set Up Cross-Domain Tracking** (if needed)
|
||||
5. **Create Custom Events**
|
||||
|
||||
## Additional Resources
|
||||
|
||||
- Official Google: Web Stream Setup
|
||||
- Official Google: iOS Stream Setup
|
||||
- Official Google: Android Stream Setup
|
||||
- Official Google: Enhanced Measurement Events
|
||||
- Firebase Documentation: iOS SDK
|
||||
- Firebase Documentation: Android SDK
|
||||
619
skills/ga4-setup/references/installation-methods.md
Normal file
619
skills/ga4-setup/references/installation-methods.md
Normal file
@@ -0,0 +1,619 @@
|
||||
# GA4 Installation Methods Complete Guide
|
||||
|
||||
Comprehensive guide covering all three GA4 installation methods with code examples and platform-specific instructions.
|
||||
|
||||
## Installation Method Comparison
|
||||
|
||||
### Quick Decision Matrix
|
||||
|
||||
| Method | Best For | Technical Level | Flexibility | Maintenance |
|
||||
|--------|----------|----------------|-------------|-------------|
|
||||
| **CMS Plugin** | WordPress, Shopify, Wix | Beginner | Low | Low effort |
|
||||
| **gtag.js** | Developers, custom sites | Intermediate | Medium | Code changes |
|
||||
| **Google Tag Manager** | Most websites, teams | Beginner-Advanced | High | No code changes |
|
||||
|
||||
### When to Use Each Method
|
||||
|
||||
**Use CMS Plugin When**:
|
||||
- Using popular CMS (WordPress, Shopify, Wix, Squarespace)
|
||||
- Want click-and-configure setup
|
||||
- No technical expertise required
|
||||
- Single tracking platform (GA4 only)
|
||||
|
||||
**Use gtag.js When**:
|
||||
- Have code access to website
|
||||
- Only need Google products (GA4, Google Ads)
|
||||
- Want lightweight implementation
|
||||
- Comfortable editing HTML/JavaScript
|
||||
|
||||
**Use Google Tag Manager When**:
|
||||
- Need multiple tracking tags
|
||||
- Want flexibility without code changes
|
||||
- Team collaboration required
|
||||
- Need testing/version control
|
||||
- Plan to add more tags later
|
||||
- **Recommended for 90% of websites**
|
||||
|
||||
## Method 1: CMS Plugin Installation
|
||||
|
||||
### WordPress Installation
|
||||
|
||||
**Recommended Plugins**:
|
||||
- **Site Kit by Google** (Official Google plugin)
|
||||
- **GA Google Analytics** (MonsterInsights)
|
||||
- **ExactMetrics** (formerly GoogleAnalytics by Yoast)
|
||||
- **Insert Headers and Footers** (manual code injection)
|
||||
|
||||
#### Site Kit by Google (Recommended)
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 1: Install Plugin**
|
||||
|
||||
1. WordPress Admin → Plugins → Add New
|
||||
2. Search "Site Kit by Google"
|
||||
3. Click "Install Now"
|
||||
4. Click "Activate"
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 2: Connect Google Account**
|
||||
|
||||
1. Site Kit → Start Setup
|
||||
2. Sign in with Google Account (must have GA4 access)
|
||||
3. Allow Site Kit permissions
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 3: Configure Analytics**
|
||||
|
||||
1. Site Kit will detect existing GA4 properties
|
||||
2. Select property to connect, or create new
|
||||
3. If creating new:
|
||||
- Enter website URL
|
||||
- Select timezone
|
||||
- Confirm settings
|
||||
4. Activate Analytics module
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 4: Verify Installation**
|
||||
|
||||
1. Site Kit dashboard shows Analytics data
|
||||
2. Check GA4 Realtime reports
|
||||
3. Confirm events appearing
|
||||
|
||||
**Benefits**:
|
||||
- Official Google plugin
|
||||
- Automatic updates
|
||||
- Shows data in WordPress dashboard
|
||||
- Easy setup wizard
|
||||
|
||||
#### MonsterInsights/ExactMetrics
|
||||
|
||||
**Installation**:
|
||||
1. Install plugin from WordPress repository
|
||||
2. Activate plugin
|
||||
3. Run setup wizard
|
||||
4. Connect Google Account
|
||||
5. Select GA4 property
|
||||
6. Configure tracking options
|
||||
|
||||
**Features**:
|
||||
- Enhanced ecommerce tracking (premium)
|
||||
- Form tracking
|
||||
- User-friendly dashboard
|
||||
- Popular posts widget
|
||||
|
||||
### Shopify Installation
|
||||
|
||||
**Native Integration (Recommended)**:
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 1: Access Settings**
|
||||
|
||||
1. Shopify Admin → Settings
|
||||
2. Click "Customer events"
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 2: Add GA4**
|
||||
|
||||
1. Click "Add custom pixel"
|
||||
2. Select "Google Analytics 4"
|
||||
3. Enter Measurement ID (G-XXXXXXXXXX)
|
||||
4. Name pixel (e.g., "GA4 Tracking")
|
||||
5. Save
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 3: Verify**
|
||||
|
||||
1. Preview store
|
||||
2. Check GA4 DebugView
|
||||
3. Confirm page views and events
|
||||
|
||||
**Manual Installation (Advanced)**:
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 1: Access Theme Code**
|
||||
|
||||
1. Online Store → Themes
|
||||
2. Actions → Edit code
|
||||
3. Open `theme.liquid`
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 2: Add gtag.js**
|
||||
|
||||
Insert before `</head>`:
|
||||
|
||||
```liquid
|
||||
<!-- Google tag (gtag.js) -->
|
||||
<script async src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtag/js?id=G-XXXXXXXXXX"></script>
|
||||
<script>
|
||||
window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || [];
|
||||
function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);}
|
||||
gtag('js', new Date());
|
||||
gtag('config', 'G-XXXXXXXXXX');
|
||||
</script>
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 3: Save and Publish**
|
||||
|
||||
### Wix Installation
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 1: Access Tracking & Analytics**
|
||||
|
||||
1. Wix Dashboard → Settings
|
||||
2. Marketing & SEO → Marketing Integrations
|
||||
3. Google Analytics
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 2: Connect GA4**
|
||||
|
||||
1. Click "Connect"
|
||||
2. Choose "Connect to existing account"
|
||||
3. Sign in to Google
|
||||
4. Select GA4 property
|
||||
5. Click "Connect"
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 3: Configure Settings**
|
||||
|
||||
1. Enable "Track events"
|
||||
2. Select events to track
|
||||
3. Save settings
|
||||
|
||||
**Alternative: Manual Installation**
|
||||
|
||||
1. Settings → Custom Code
|
||||
2. Add code to "Header"
|
||||
3. Paste gtag.js snippet
|
||||
4. Apply to all pages
|
||||
|
||||
### Squarespace Installation
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 1: Access Analytics**
|
||||
|
||||
1. Settings → Analytics
|
||||
2. Google Analytics
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 2: Add Measurement ID**
|
||||
|
||||
1. Select "Google Analytics 4"
|
||||
2. Enter Measurement ID
|
||||
3. Save
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 3: Additional Tracking**
|
||||
|
||||
1. Settings → Advanced → Code Injection
|
||||
2. Add custom event tracking if needed
|
||||
|
||||
## Method 2: gtag.js Direct Installation
|
||||
|
||||
### Overview
|
||||
|
||||
gtag.js (Google Tag) is JavaScript library for implementing GA4 directly without tag management system.
|
||||
|
||||
### Full Installation Code
|
||||
|
||||
```html
|
||||
<!-- Google tag (gtag.js) -->
|
||||
<script async src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtag/js?id=G-XXXXXXXXXX"></script>
|
||||
<script>
|
||||
window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || [];
|
||||
function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);}
|
||||
gtag('js', new Date());
|
||||
|
||||
gtag('config', 'G-XXXXXXXXXX');
|
||||
</script>
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
### Placement Requirements
|
||||
|
||||
**Location**: `<head>` section of HTML
|
||||
|
||||
**Position**:
|
||||
- Immediately after `<head>` opening tag
|
||||
- Before all other scripts (except meta tags)
|
||||
- Above any custom gtag() calls
|
||||
|
||||
**Complete HTML Example**:
|
||||
|
||||
```html
|
||||
<!DOCTYPE html>
|
||||
<html lang="en">
|
||||
<head>
|
||||
<meta charset="UTF-8">
|
||||
<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0">
|
||||
<title>My Website</title>
|
||||
|
||||
<!-- Google tag (gtag.js) - MUST BE FIRST -->
|
||||
<script async src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtag/js?id=G-XXXXXXXXXX"></script>
|
||||
<script>
|
||||
window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || [];
|
||||
function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);}
|
||||
gtag('js', new Date());
|
||||
gtag('config', 'G-XXXXXXXXXX');
|
||||
</script>
|
||||
|
||||
<!-- Other scripts after gtag -->
|
||||
<link rel="stylesheet" href="styles.css">
|
||||
</head>
|
||||
<body>
|
||||
<!-- Your content -->
|
||||
</body>
|
||||
</html>
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
### Configuration Options
|
||||
|
||||
**Basic Configuration**:
|
||||
```javascript
|
||||
gtag('config', 'G-XXXXXXXXXX');
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
**With Additional Settings**:
|
||||
```javascript
|
||||
gtag('config', 'G-XXXXXXXXXX', {
|
||||
'page_title': 'Custom Page Title',
|
||||
'page_location': 'https://example.com/custom-url',
|
||||
'send_page_view': true, // Default: true
|
||||
'allow_google_signals': true, // For demographics
|
||||
'allow_ad_personalization_signals': true
|
||||
});
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
### Custom Event Tracking
|
||||
|
||||
**Simple Event**:
|
||||
```javascript
|
||||
gtag('event', 'button_click', {
|
||||
'button_name': 'Subscribe',
|
||||
'button_location': 'header'
|
||||
});
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
**Purchase Event**:
|
||||
```javascript
|
||||
gtag('event', 'purchase', {
|
||||
'transaction_id': 'TXN_12345',
|
||||
'value': 99.99,
|
||||
'currency': 'USD',
|
||||
'tax': 5.00,
|
||||
'shipping': 10.00,
|
||||
'items': [
|
||||
{
|
||||
'item_id': 'SKU_123',
|
||||
'item_name': 'Product Name',
|
||||
'price': 99.99,
|
||||
'quantity': 1
|
||||
}
|
||||
]
|
||||
});
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
### Common Implementation Patterns
|
||||
|
||||
**Track Button Click**:
|
||||
```html
|
||||
<button onclick="trackButtonClick()">Subscribe</button>
|
||||
|
||||
<script>
|
||||
function trackButtonClick() {
|
||||
gtag('event', 'button_click', {
|
||||
'button_name': 'Subscribe',
|
||||
'button_location': 'homepage_hero'
|
||||
});
|
||||
}
|
||||
</script>
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
**Track Form Submission**:
|
||||
```html
|
||||
<form id="contact-form" onsubmit="trackFormSubmit(event)">
|
||||
<input type="email" name="email" required>
|
||||
<button type="submit">Submit</button>
|
||||
</form>
|
||||
|
||||
<script>
|
||||
function trackFormSubmit(e) {
|
||||
e.preventDefault();
|
||||
|
||||
gtag('event', 'form_submit', {
|
||||
'form_name': 'Contact Form',
|
||||
'form_id': 'contact-form'
|
||||
});
|
||||
|
||||
// Submit form after tracking
|
||||
setTimeout(() => {
|
||||
e.target.submit();
|
||||
}, 100);
|
||||
}
|
||||
</script>
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
### Multiple GA4 Properties
|
||||
|
||||
**Track to Multiple Properties**:
|
||||
```javascript
|
||||
// First property
|
||||
gtag('config', 'G-XXXXXXXXXX');
|
||||
|
||||
// Second property
|
||||
gtag('config', 'G-YYYYYYYYYY');
|
||||
|
||||
// Events automatically sent to both
|
||||
gtag('event', 'purchase', {
|
||||
'value': 99.99,
|
||||
'currency': 'USD'
|
||||
});
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
## Method 3: Google Tag Manager Installation
|
||||
|
||||
### Overview
|
||||
|
||||
GTM provides centralized tag management with no code changes for updates. Recommended for most implementations.
|
||||
|
||||
### Prerequisites
|
||||
|
||||
**Required**:
|
||||
- GTM container created at tagmanager.google.com
|
||||
- Container ID (format: GTM-XXXXXXX)
|
||||
- Admin/Editor access to GTM container
|
||||
|
||||
### GTM Container Installation
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 1: Get Container Code**
|
||||
|
||||
1. Log in to tagmanager.google.com
|
||||
2. Open your container
|
||||
3. Click container ID (GTM-XXXXXXX) at top
|
||||
4. Copy both code snippets
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 2: Install on Website**
|
||||
|
||||
**Snippet 1: Head Section**
|
||||
|
||||
Place immediately after `<head>`:
|
||||
|
||||
```html
|
||||
<!-- Google Tag Manager -->
|
||||
<script>(function(w,d,s,l,i){w[l]=w[l]||[];w[l].push({'gtm.start':
|
||||
new Date().getTime(),event:'gtm.js'});var f=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0],
|
||||
j=d.createElement(s),dl=l!='dataLayer'?'&l='+l:'';j.async=true;j.src=
|
||||
'https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtm.js?id='+i+dl;f.parentNode.insertBefore(j,f);
|
||||
})(window,document,'script','dataLayer','GTM-XXXXXXX');</script>
|
||||
<!-- End Google Tag Manager -->
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
**Snippet 2: Body Section**
|
||||
|
||||
Place immediately after `<body>`:
|
||||
|
||||
```html
|
||||
<!-- Google Tag Manager (noscript) -->
|
||||
<noscript><iframe src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/ns.html?id=GTM-XXXXXXX"
|
||||
height="0" width="0" style="display:none;visibility:hidden"></iframe></noscript>
|
||||
<!-- End Google Tag Manager (noscript) -->
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
**Complete HTML Example**:
|
||||
|
||||
```html
|
||||
<!DOCTYPE html>
|
||||
<html lang="en">
|
||||
<head>
|
||||
<meta charset="UTF-8">
|
||||
<title>My Website</title>
|
||||
|
||||
<!-- Google Tag Manager -->
|
||||
<script>(function(w,d,s,l,i){w[l]=w[l]||[];w[l].push({'gtm.start':
|
||||
new Date().getTime(),event:'gtm.js'});var f=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0],
|
||||
j=d.createElement(s),dl=l!='dataLayer'?'&l='+l:'';j.async=true;j.src=
|
||||
'https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtm.js?id='+i+dl;f.parentNode.insertBefore(j,f);
|
||||
})(window,document,'script','dataLayer','GTM-XXXXXXX');</script>
|
||||
<!-- End Google Tag Manager -->
|
||||
</head>
|
||||
<body>
|
||||
<!-- Google Tag Manager (noscript) -->
|
||||
<noscript><iframe src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/ns.html?id=GTM-XXXXXXX"
|
||||
height="0" width="0" style="display:none;visibility:hidden"></iframe></noscript>
|
||||
<!-- End Google Tag Manager (noscript) -->
|
||||
|
||||
<!-- Your content -->
|
||||
</body>
|
||||
</html>
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
### GA4 Configuration Tag Setup
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 1: Create GA4 Configuration Tag**
|
||||
|
||||
1. GTM Workspace → Tags → New
|
||||
2. Click "Tag Configuration"
|
||||
3. Select "Google Tag"
|
||||
4. Enter GA4 Measurement ID in "Tag ID" field
|
||||
5. Configure settings (optional):
|
||||
- Configuration settings
|
||||
- Fields to set
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 2: Set Trigger**
|
||||
|
||||
1. Click "Triggering"
|
||||
2. Select "Initialization - All Pages"
|
||||
3. Save tag
|
||||
|
||||
**Tag Name**: "GA4 - Configuration" or "GA4 - Base Tag"
|
||||
|
||||
**Tag Configuration**:
|
||||
```
|
||||
Tag Type: Google Tag
|
||||
Tag ID: G-XXXXXXXXXX
|
||||
Configuration Settings:
|
||||
- Allow Google Signals: true (optional)
|
||||
- Allow ad personalization signals: true (optional)
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 3: Test in Preview Mode**
|
||||
|
||||
1. Click "Preview" (top-right)
|
||||
2. Connect to your website
|
||||
3. Verify tag fires on Initialization
|
||||
4. Check GA4 DebugView for events
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 4: Publish**
|
||||
|
||||
1. Click "Submit" (top-right)
|
||||
2. Enter version name: "GA4 Initial Setup"
|
||||
3. Add description
|
||||
4. Click "Publish"
|
||||
|
||||
### GA4 Event Tag Setup
|
||||
|
||||
**Create Custom Event Tag**:
|
||||
|
||||
1. Tags → New
|
||||
2. Tag Configuration → Google Tag
|
||||
3. Tag ID: G-XXXXXXXXXX
|
||||
4. Event Name: "button_click"
|
||||
5. Event Parameters:
|
||||
- Parameter: button_name → Value: {{Click Text}}
|
||||
- Parameter: button_location → Value: "header"
|
||||
6. Triggering: Click trigger
|
||||
7. Save tag
|
||||
|
||||
### GTM Best Practices
|
||||
|
||||
**Tag Naming**:
|
||||
- Use prefix: "GA4 - "
|
||||
- Examples: "GA4 - Configuration", "GA4 - Purchase", "GA4 - Form Submit"
|
||||
|
||||
**Container Organization**:
|
||||
- Folder for GA4 tags
|
||||
- Folder for GA4 variables
|
||||
- Clear naming conventions
|
||||
|
||||
**Testing Before Publishing**:
|
||||
- Always use Preview mode
|
||||
- Test all triggers
|
||||
- Verify event parameters
|
||||
- Check DebugView
|
||||
|
||||
## Installation Verification (All Methods)
|
||||
|
||||
### Quick Verification Steps
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 1: Enable Google Analytics Debugger**
|
||||
|
||||
1. Install "Google Analytics Debugger" Chrome extension
|
||||
2. Enable extension
|
||||
3. Visit your website
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 2: Check DebugView**
|
||||
|
||||
1. GA4 Property → Admin → DebugView
|
||||
2. Select your device from dropdown
|
||||
3. Confirm events appearing:
|
||||
- session_start
|
||||
- first_visit (if new user)
|
||||
- page_view
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 3: Check Realtime Reports**
|
||||
|
||||
1. GA4 Property → Reports → Realtime
|
||||
2. Confirm showing 1+ active users
|
||||
3. Verify events by name
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 4: Verify Event Parameters**
|
||||
|
||||
1. DebugView → Click event
|
||||
2. Review parameters panel
|
||||
3. Confirm all expected parameters present
|
||||
|
||||
## Troubleshooting Installation
|
||||
|
||||
### No Data Appearing
|
||||
|
||||
**Checklist**:
|
||||
- [ ] Correct Measurement ID (G-XXXXXXXXXX)?
|
||||
- [ ] Code in correct location (`<head>` for gtag/GTM)?
|
||||
- [ ] Website published/live?
|
||||
- [ ] Tracking code on all pages?
|
||||
- [ ] Ad blockers disabled for testing?
|
||||
- [ ] Waited 24 hours? (DebugView is instant, reports delayed)
|
||||
|
||||
**Solutions**:
|
||||
1. Verify Measurement ID matches Data Stream
|
||||
2. Check browser console for errors
|
||||
3. Use Tag Assistant to diagnose
|
||||
4. Test in incognito mode
|
||||
5. Check if ad blocker blocking
|
||||
|
||||
### Data Only in DebugView
|
||||
|
||||
**Cause**: Debug mode parameter enabled
|
||||
|
||||
**Solution**:
|
||||
- Remove `debug_mode: true` from events
|
||||
- Disable Google Analytics Debugger extension
|
||||
- GTM: Exit Preview mode
|
||||
- Wait 24-48 hours for standard reports
|
||||
|
||||
### Duplicate Events
|
||||
|
||||
**Cause**: Multiple tracking implementations
|
||||
|
||||
**Solutions**:
|
||||
1. Check for both gtag.js AND GTM (remove one)
|
||||
2. Check for plugin AND manual code (remove one)
|
||||
3. Verify not tracking to same ID twice
|
||||
4. Check theme and plugins for conflicts
|
||||
|
||||
### Wrong Data Stream
|
||||
|
||||
**Symptoms**: Events appear but in wrong property/stream
|
||||
|
||||
**Solution**:
|
||||
1. Verify Measurement ID
|
||||
2. Check Data Streams list
|
||||
3. Confirm using correct ID for platform
|
||||
4. Update code with correct ID
|
||||
|
||||
## Migration from Universal Analytics
|
||||
|
||||
### Running Both UA and GA4
|
||||
|
||||
**Recommended**: Run both during transition period
|
||||
|
||||
**Implementation**:
|
||||
|
||||
**If using gtag.js**:
|
||||
```html
|
||||
<!-- Universal Analytics -->
|
||||
<script async src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtag/js?id=UA-XXXXXXXXX-X"></script>
|
||||
<script>
|
||||
window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || [];
|
||||
function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);}
|
||||
gtag('js', new Date());
|
||||
gtag('config', 'UA-XXXXXXXXX-X');
|
||||
gtag('config', 'G-XXXXXXXXXX'); // GA4
|
||||
</script>
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
**If using GTM**:
|
||||
1. Keep existing UA tag
|
||||
2. Add new GA4 Configuration tag
|
||||
3. Both fire simultaneously
|
||||
4. No conflicts between UA and GA4
|
||||
|
||||
## Additional Resources
|
||||
|
||||
- Official Google: Installation Guide
|
||||
- Official Google: Verify Installation
|
||||
- See verification-checklist.md for detailed testing procedures
|
||||
- See ga4-gtm-integration skill for advanced GTM configurations
|
||||
348
skills/ga4-setup/references/property-creation-guide.md
Normal file
348
skills/ga4-setup/references/property-creation-guide.md
Normal file
@@ -0,0 +1,348 @@
|
||||
# GA4 Property Creation Guide
|
||||
|
||||
Complete step-by-step guide for creating Google Analytics 4 accounts, properties, and data streams.
|
||||
|
||||
## Account Hierarchy
|
||||
|
||||
GA4 uses a three-level hierarchy:
|
||||
|
||||
```
|
||||
Google Account (Login credentials)
|
||||
└── Analytics Account (Container for properties)
|
||||
└── GA4 Property (Analytics container for website/app)
|
||||
└── Data Stream (Platform-specific: Web, iOS, Android)
|
||||
└── Events & Parameters
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
## Understanding the Hierarchy
|
||||
|
||||
### Level 1: Google Account
|
||||
- Your Gmail/Google Workspace login
|
||||
- Required to access Google Analytics
|
||||
- Can own multiple Analytics accounts
|
||||
- No configuration needed (use existing account)
|
||||
|
||||
### Level 2: Analytics Account
|
||||
- Container for organizing properties
|
||||
- Typically one per business or organization
|
||||
- Limit: Up to 2,000 properties per account
|
||||
- Shared settings: data sharing, account-level users, change history
|
||||
|
||||
### Level 3: GA4 Property
|
||||
- Container for a specific website, app, or business unit
|
||||
- Can have multiple data streams
|
||||
- Property-specific settings: timezone, currency, industry, objectives
|
||||
- Limit: 2,000 properties per account
|
||||
|
||||
### Level 4: Data Stream
|
||||
- Tracks specific platform (web, iOS, or Android)
|
||||
- Each stream has unique Measurement ID (G-XXXXXXXXXX)
|
||||
- Limit: Up to 1,000 data streams per property
|
||||
|
||||
## Creating an Analytics Account
|
||||
|
||||
### When to Create a New Account
|
||||
|
||||
Create a new Analytics account when:
|
||||
|
||||
- Starting analytics for a new organization
|
||||
- Separating client work (agencies)
|
||||
- Requiring distinct permission boundaries
|
||||
- Organizationally separating business units
|
||||
|
||||
### Account Creation Steps
|
||||
|
||||
1. Navigate to https://analytics.google.com
|
||||
2. Click "Start measuring" or Admin → Create Account
|
||||
3. Enter account name (e.g., "Acme Corporation")
|
||||
4. Configure account data sharing settings:
|
||||
- Google products & services (recommended: enabled)
|
||||
- Benchmarking (recommended: enabled)
|
||||
- Technical support (recommended: enabled)
|
||||
- Account specialists (optional)
|
||||
5. Click "Next" to proceed to property creation
|
||||
|
||||
### Account Data Sharing Settings
|
||||
|
||||
**Google Products & Services**:
|
||||
- Shares data to improve Google products
|
||||
- Enables product recommendations
|
||||
|
||||
**Benchmarking**:
|
||||
- Allows comparison with industry peers
|
||||
- Anonymously shares data for aggregate reports
|
||||
|
||||
**Technical Support**:
|
||||
- Google support can access account for troubleshooting
|
||||
- Recommended for faster issue resolution
|
||||
|
||||
**Account Specialists**:
|
||||
- Share with Google account managers
|
||||
- Only relevant if you have dedicated account rep
|
||||
|
||||
## Creating a GA4 Property
|
||||
|
||||
### Property Details
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 1: Property Name**
|
||||
|
||||
Enter a descriptive property name:
|
||||
- Use clear naming: "Main Website", "Mobile App", "E-commerce Site"
|
||||
- Include environment if applicable: "Production Website" vs "Test Website"
|
||||
- Keep under 100 characters
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 2: Reporting Time Zone**
|
||||
|
||||
Select your primary business timezone:
|
||||
- Used for day boundaries in reports
|
||||
- Example: "United States - Pacific Time"
|
||||
- **Critical**: Cannot be changed retroactively affects historical data
|
||||
- Choose carefully based on where business operates
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 3: Currency**
|
||||
|
||||
Select reporting currency:
|
||||
- Used for revenue and monetary value reporting
|
||||
- Example: "US Dollar (USD)" or "Euro (EUR)"
|
||||
- All monetary values converted to this currency
|
||||
- Can be changed later without affecting historical data
|
||||
|
||||
### Advanced Settings
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 4: Industry Category (Optional)**
|
||||
|
||||
Select relevant industry:
|
||||
- Automotive
|
||||
- Business & Industrial Markets
|
||||
- Finance
|
||||
- Healthcare
|
||||
- Technology
|
||||
- Travel
|
||||
- Real Estate
|
||||
- And more...
|
||||
|
||||
**Purpose**: Influences default reports and recommendations
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 5: Business Size (Optional)**
|
||||
|
||||
Select company size:
|
||||
- Small (1-100 employees)
|
||||
- Medium (100-500 employees)
|
||||
- Large (500+ employees)
|
||||
|
||||
### Business Objectives
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 6: Select Objectives**
|
||||
|
||||
Choose objectives that match business goals:
|
||||
|
||||
**Option 1: Get baseline reports**
|
||||
- Default reports for all businesses
|
||||
- Choose if unsure or want standard setup
|
||||
- Recommended for first-time GA4 users
|
||||
|
||||
**Option 2: Examine user behavior**
|
||||
- User engagement and retention reports
|
||||
- Path exploration tools
|
||||
|
||||
**Option 3: Measure customer actions**
|
||||
- Conversion tracking emphasis
|
||||
- Ecommerce-focused reports
|
||||
|
||||
**Option 4: Get insights on customers**
|
||||
- Demographics and interests
|
||||
- Requires Google Signals
|
||||
|
||||
**Option 5: Improve marketing ROI**
|
||||
- Advertising and attribution reports
|
||||
- Google Ads integration
|
||||
|
||||
**Note**: Can select multiple objectives; influences default reporting UI
|
||||
|
||||
### Accepting Terms
|
||||
|
||||
**Step 7: Review and Accept**
|
||||
|
||||
- Google Analytics Terms of Service
|
||||
- Data Processing Amendment (GDPR)
|
||||
- Country-specific terms if applicable
|
||||
|
||||
Read and check acceptance boxes, then click "Create"
|
||||
|
||||
## Property Settings Configuration
|
||||
|
||||
After property creation, configure additional settings:
|
||||
|
||||
### Navigate to Property Settings
|
||||
|
||||
1. Admin → Property → Property Settings
|
||||
2. Review and adjust:
|
||||
- Property name (can change later)
|
||||
- Industry category
|
||||
- Time zone (CRITICAL - choose correctly first time)
|
||||
- Currency (can change)
|
||||
- Property ID (read-only, format: properties/XXXXXXXXXX)
|
||||
|
||||
### Enable Google Signals (Optional)
|
||||
|
||||
**Location**: Admin → Data Settings → Data Collection
|
||||
|
||||
**Purpose**:
|
||||
- Collect demographics (age, gender)
|
||||
- Enable cross-device tracking
|
||||
- Requires users signed into Google accounts
|
||||
|
||||
**Requirements**:
|
||||
- User consent for ad personalization
|
||||
- Compliance with privacy regulations
|
||||
|
||||
**Enable Steps**:
|
||||
1. Admin → Data Settings → Data Collection
|
||||
2. Click "Get Started" under Google Signals
|
||||
3. Review requirements
|
||||
4. Click "Activate"
|
||||
|
||||
**Impact**:
|
||||
- Demographics & interests reports available
|
||||
- Cross-device user tracking
|
||||
- Enhanced audience building
|
||||
|
||||
### Configure Data Retention
|
||||
|
||||
**Location**: Admin → Data Settings → Data Retention
|
||||
|
||||
**Options**:
|
||||
- 2 months (default)
|
||||
- 14 months (recommended for most)
|
||||
- 26 months (GA4 360 only)
|
||||
- 38 months (GA4 360 only)
|
||||
- 50 months (GA4 360 only)
|
||||
|
||||
**What's Affected**:
|
||||
- User-level data in Explorations
|
||||
- Event-level data in Explorations
|
||||
- User Explorer report
|
||||
|
||||
**Not Affected**:
|
||||
- Standard reports (aggregated data retained indefinitely)
|
||||
- Conversion data
|
||||
- Audience data
|
||||
|
||||
**Recommendation**: Set to 14 months for year-over-year analysis
|
||||
|
||||
### Reset User Data on New Activity
|
||||
|
||||
**Toggle Option**: ON or OFF
|
||||
|
||||
**ON (Default)**:
|
||||
- Retention timer resets with each new event from user
|
||||
- User data persists as long as user remains active
|
||||
|
||||
**OFF**:
|
||||
- Data deleted after retention period regardless of activity
|
||||
- Use for stricter privacy compliance
|
||||
|
||||
## Property Best Practices
|
||||
|
||||
### Naming Conventions
|
||||
|
||||
Use consistent, descriptive names:
|
||||
|
||||
**Good Examples**:
|
||||
- "Acme Corp - Production Website"
|
||||
- "Acme Corp - iOS App"
|
||||
- "Acme Corp - Test Environment"
|
||||
|
||||
**Bad Examples**:
|
||||
- "Website 1"
|
||||
- "Test"
|
||||
- "Property123"
|
||||
|
||||
### Environment Separation
|
||||
|
||||
**Create Separate Properties For**:
|
||||
- Production website/app
|
||||
- Staging/test environment
|
||||
- Development environment
|
||||
|
||||
**Why**: Prevents test data from polluting production analytics
|
||||
|
||||
### Property Organization
|
||||
|
||||
**Single Business**:
|
||||
- One property per major digital property (website, app)
|
||||
- Multiple data streams within property for subdomains
|
||||
|
||||
**Multiple Businesses/Clients**:
|
||||
- Separate Analytics accounts for each
|
||||
- Or separate properties within agency account
|
||||
|
||||
### Documentation
|
||||
|
||||
**Document for Each Property**:
|
||||
- Property ID and name
|
||||
- Measurement IDs for all data streams
|
||||
- Timezone and currency selections
|
||||
- Business objectives chosen
|
||||
- Setup date and responsible person
|
||||
- Installation method used
|
||||
|
||||
## Common Property Creation Issues
|
||||
|
||||
### Issue: Cannot Create Property
|
||||
|
||||
**Causes**:
|
||||
- Reached 2,000 property limit
|
||||
- Insufficient permissions
|
||||
- Account suspended
|
||||
|
||||
**Solutions**:
|
||||
- Delete unused properties
|
||||
- Request Admin access from account owner
|
||||
- Contact Google support for suspension issues
|
||||
|
||||
### Issue: Wrong Timezone Selected
|
||||
|
||||
**Problem**: Cannot change timezone after creation
|
||||
|
||||
**Solutions**:
|
||||
- Delete and recreate property (if just created)
|
||||
- Export data and create new property (if has historical data)
|
||||
- Accept timezone and use data studio for reporting in different timezone
|
||||
|
||||
### Issue: Don't Know Which Industry Category
|
||||
|
||||
**Solution**: Choose "Other" or most relevant category
|
||||
- Not critical for functionality
|
||||
- Can be changed later
|
||||
- Only affects suggested reports
|
||||
|
||||
### Issue: Multiple Properties vs Multiple Data Streams
|
||||
|
||||
**Decision Framework**:
|
||||
|
||||
**Use Multiple Data Streams (Same Property)** when:
|
||||
- Same business entity
|
||||
- Want combined reporting
|
||||
- Example: main site + blog subdomain
|
||||
|
||||
**Use Multiple Properties** when:
|
||||
- Different business entities
|
||||
- Different permission requirements
|
||||
- Test vs production
|
||||
- Example: separate brands, client sites
|
||||
|
||||
## Next Steps After Property Creation
|
||||
|
||||
1. **Create Data Stream** (see data-streams-configuration.md)
|
||||
2. **Install Tracking Code** (see installation-methods.md)
|
||||
3. **Verify Installation** (see verification-checklist.md)
|
||||
4. **Configure Enhanced Measurement**
|
||||
5. **Set up Internal Traffic Filters**
|
||||
6. **Create First Custom Events**
|
||||
|
||||
## Additional Resources
|
||||
|
||||
- Official Google: GA4 Property Setup
|
||||
- Official Google: Account Structure Best Practices
|
||||
- Official Google: Data Retention Settings
|
||||
493
skills/ga4-setup/references/verification-checklist.md
Normal file
493
skills/ga4-setup/references/verification-checklist.md
Normal file
@@ -0,0 +1,493 @@
|
||||
# GA4 Installation Verification Checklist
|
||||
|
||||
Comprehensive checklist and procedures for verifying GA4 installation across all implementation methods.
|
||||
|
||||
## Pre-Launch Verification Workflow
|
||||
|
||||
### Phase 1: Immediate Verification (0-5 minutes)
|
||||
|
||||
✅ **Task 1: Verify Code Placement**
|
||||
|
||||
**For gtag.js**:
|
||||
- [ ] Code in `<head>` section
|
||||
- [ ] Before other scripts
|
||||
- [ ] After opening `<head>` tag
|
||||
- [ ] Correct Measurement ID (G-XXXXXXXXXX)
|
||||
|
||||
**For GTM**:
|
||||
- [ ] Head snippet after opening `<head>` tag
|
||||
- [ ] Body snippet after opening `<body>` tag
|
||||
- [ ] Correct Container ID (GTM-XXXXXXX)
|
||||
- [ ] GA4 Configuration tag created in GTM
|
||||
- [ ] Tag triggers on "Initialization - All Pages"
|
||||
|
||||
**For CMS/Plugin**:
|
||||
- [ ] Plugin installed and activated
|
||||
- [ ] Connected to correct GA4 property
|
||||
- [ ] Measurement ID matches Data Stream
|
||||
|
||||
✅ **Task 2: Browser Console Check**
|
||||
|
||||
1. Open website in Chrome
|
||||
2. Press F12 (Developer Tools)
|
||||
3. Console tab
|
||||
4. Look for:
|
||||
- [ ] No JavaScript errors related to gtag/GTM
|
||||
- [ ] "Google Analytics" or "gtag" messages
|
||||
- [ ] GTM: "Tag Manager loaded" message
|
||||
|
||||
✅ **Task 3: Network Tab Verification**
|
||||
|
||||
1. Developer Tools → Network tab
|
||||
2. Reload page
|
||||
3. Filter: "google-analytics" or "analytics"
|
||||
4. Look for:
|
||||
- [ ] Request to `www.google-analytics.com/g/collect`
|
||||
- [ ] Status: 200 (success)
|
||||
- [ ] Query parameters include `&tid=G-XXXXXXXXXX`
|
||||
|
||||
### Phase 2: DebugView Verification (5-15 minutes)
|
||||
|
||||
✅ **Task 4: Enable Debug Mode**
|
||||
|
||||
**Option 1: Google Analytics Debugger Extension (Easiest)**
|
||||
1. [ ] Install from Chrome Web Store
|
||||
2. [ ] Enable extension (icon turns blue)
|
||||
3. [ ] Reload website
|
||||
|
||||
**Option 2: GTM Preview Mode**
|
||||
1. [ ] GTM → Click "Preview"
|
||||
2. [ ] Enter website URL
|
||||
3. [ ] Click "Connect"
|
||||
4. [ ] Tag Assistant tab opens
|
||||
|
||||
**Option 3: Manual Debug Parameter (gtag.js)**
|
||||
```javascript
|
||||
gtag('config', 'G-XXXXXXXXXX', {
|
||||
'debug_mode': true
|
||||
});
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
✅ **Task 5: Access DebugView**
|
||||
|
||||
1. [ ] GA4 Property → Admin → DebugView
|
||||
2. [ ] Select device from dropdown (top)
|
||||
3. [ ] Wait 10-30 seconds for data
|
||||
|
||||
✅ **Task 6: Verify Automatic Events**
|
||||
|
||||
Look for these events in DebugView:
|
||||
|
||||
**session_start**:
|
||||
- [ ] Event appears on first page load
|
||||
- [ ] Parameters present: `session_id`, `engagement_time_msec`
|
||||
|
||||
**first_visit** (new users only):
|
||||
- [ ] Appears for users never visited before
|
||||
- [ ] Clear cookies to test
|
||||
|
||||
**page_view**:
|
||||
- [ ] Fires on every page load
|
||||
- [ ] Check parameters:
|
||||
- [ ] `page_location` (full URL)
|
||||
- [ ] `page_referrer` (if applicable)
|
||||
- [ ] `page_title` (page title)
|
||||
|
||||
✅ **Task 7: Verify Enhanced Measurement Events**
|
||||
|
||||
**If Enhanced Measurement Enabled**:
|
||||
|
||||
**scroll** (requires scrolling 90% down page):
|
||||
- [ ] Scroll to bottom of long page
|
||||
- [ ] Event appears in DebugView
|
||||
- [ ] Parameters: `engagement_time_msec`
|
||||
|
||||
**click** (outbound links):
|
||||
- [ ] Click link to external domain
|
||||
- [ ] Event appears
|
||||
- [ ] Parameters: `link_url`, `link_domain`, `outbound: true`
|
||||
|
||||
**file_download**:
|
||||
- [ ] Click link to PDF, DOC, or ZIP file
|
||||
- [ ] Event appears
|
||||
- [ ] Parameters: `file_name`, `file_extension`
|
||||
|
||||
**form_start / form_submit**:
|
||||
- [ ] Interact with form field
|
||||
- [ ] Submit form
|
||||
- [ ] Both events appear
|
||||
- [ ] Parameters: `form_id`, `form_name`
|
||||
|
||||
✅ **Task 8: Inspect Event Parameters**
|
||||
|
||||
Click any event in DebugView, verify parameters section shows:
|
||||
|
||||
**Automatically Collected**:
|
||||
- [ ] `page_location`
|
||||
- [ ] `page_referrer`
|
||||
- [ ] `page_title`
|
||||
- [ ] `language`
|
||||
- [ ] `screen_resolution`
|
||||
- [ ] `engagement_time_msec`
|
||||
|
||||
**User Properties**:
|
||||
- [ ] `first_visit_time` (new users)
|
||||
- [ ] Any custom user properties configured
|
||||
|
||||
### Phase 3: Realtime Reports Verification (15-30 minutes)
|
||||
|
||||
✅ **Task 9: Check Realtime Overview**
|
||||
|
||||
1. [ ] Reports → Realtime
|
||||
2. [ ] Confirm showing "1" active user (or more)
|
||||
3. [ ] User location appears on map
|
||||
4. [ ] Recent events list shows `page_view`
|
||||
|
||||
✅ **Task 10: Verify Event Counts**
|
||||
|
||||
Click "Event count by Event name" card:
|
||||
- [ ] `page_view` events present
|
||||
- [ ] `session_start` events present
|
||||
- [ ] `first_visit` (if testing as new user)
|
||||
- [ ] Any custom events configured
|
||||
|
||||
✅ **Task 11: Test Multi-Page Navigation**
|
||||
|
||||
1. [ ] Navigate to 2-3 different pages
|
||||
2. [ ] Each navigation triggers new `page_view`
|
||||
3. [ ] Realtime shows updated event counts
|
||||
4. [ ] Page titles/paths update in real-time
|
||||
|
||||
### Phase 4: Standard Reports Verification (24-48 hours)
|
||||
|
||||
⚠️ **Note**: Standard reports have 24-48 hour delay
|
||||
|
||||
✅ **Task 12: User Acquisition Report**
|
||||
|
||||
After 24-48 hours:
|
||||
1. [ ] Reports → Acquisition → User acquisition
|
||||
2. [ ] Data appears for "Direct" traffic (minimum)
|
||||
3. [ ] Users and sessions counted
|
||||
|
||||
✅ **Task 13: Engagement Reports**
|
||||
|
||||
1. [ ] Reports → Engagement → Pages and screens
|
||||
2. [ ] Website pages listed
|
||||
3. [ ] Views counted
|
||||
4. [ ] Average engagement time shown
|
||||
|
||||
✅ **Task 14: Events Report**
|
||||
|
||||
1. [ ] Reports → Engagement → Events
|
||||
2. [ ] All events listed (page_view, session_start, etc.)
|
||||
3. [ ] Event counts shown
|
||||
4. [ ] Event parameters accessible (click event)
|
||||
|
||||
## Advanced Verification
|
||||
|
||||
### Custom Event Verification
|
||||
|
||||
✅ **Task 15: Test Custom Events** (if implemented)
|
||||
|
||||
For each custom event:
|
||||
1. [ ] Trigger event action (click button, submit form, etc.)
|
||||
2. [ ] Event appears in DebugView within seconds
|
||||
3. [ ] Event name matches expected
|
||||
4. [ ] All parameters present with correct values
|
||||
5. [ ] Event appears in Realtime report
|
||||
6. [ ] After 24-48 hours, appears in Events report
|
||||
|
||||
### Ecommerce Tracking Verification
|
||||
|
||||
✅ **Task 16: Test Ecommerce Events** (if implemented)
|
||||
|
||||
**view_item**:
|
||||
1. [ ] View product page
|
||||
2. [ ] Event fires in DebugView
|
||||
3. [ ] Parameters: `currency`, `value`, `items` array
|
||||
4. [ ] Items array contains `item_id`, `item_name`, `price`
|
||||
|
||||
**add_to_cart**:
|
||||
1. [ ] Add product to cart
|
||||
2. [ ] Event fires
|
||||
3. [ ] Items array populated
|
||||
4. [ ] Quantity and price correct
|
||||
|
||||
**purchase**:
|
||||
1. [ ] Complete test purchase
|
||||
2. [ ] Event fires
|
||||
3. [ ] `transaction_id` unique
|
||||
4. [ ] `value` matches total
|
||||
5. [ ] `currency` correct (ISO code)
|
||||
6. [ ] Items array complete
|
||||
7. [ ] Check Monetization reports after 24-48 hours
|
||||
|
||||
### Cross-Domain Tracking Verification
|
||||
|
||||
✅ **Task 17: Test Cross-Domain** (if configured)
|
||||
|
||||
1. [ ] Navigate from domain1.com to domain2.com
|
||||
2. [ ] Check Network tab for `_gl` parameter in URL
|
||||
3. [ ] DebugView shows same user across domains
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4. [ ] Session ID remains consistent
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### User ID Tracking Verification
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✅ **Task 18: Test User ID** (if implemented)
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1. [ ] User logs in
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2. [ ] DebugView shows `user_id` parameter in events
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3. [ ] User ID matches expected format
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4. [ ] User ID persists across pages
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5. [ ] User ID not PII (no email, name, etc.)
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|
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## Tag Assistant Verification
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|
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✅ **Task 19: Google Tag Assistant**
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|
||||
1. [ ] Install "Tag Assistant Companion" Chrome extension
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2. [ ] Visit website
|
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3. [ ] Click extension icon
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4. [ ] Verify:
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- [ ] GA4 tag detected
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- [ ] Tag status: Green (working)
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- [ ] Measurement ID correct
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||||
- [ ] Events firing
|
||||
|
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## GTM-Specific Verification
|
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|
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### Preview Mode Testing
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✅ **Task 20: GTM Preview Mode**
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|
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1. [ ] GTM → Preview
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2. [ ] Connect to website
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3. [ ] Tag Assistant window opens
|
||||
4. [ ] Summary tab shows:
|
||||
- [ ] Container loaded
|
||||
- [ ] GA4 Configuration tag fired
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||||
- [ ] All expected GA4 Event tags fired
|
||||
|
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✅ **Task 21: GTM Data Layer**
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||||
|
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In Preview Mode:
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1. [ ] Variables tab
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2. [ ] Click "Data Layer"
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||||
3. [ ] Verify:
|
||||
- [ ] `gtm.start` present
|
||||
- [ ] `event: gtm.js` present
|
||||
- [ ] Custom dataLayer pushes present (if applicable)
|
||||
|
||||
✅ **Task 22: Trigger Verification**
|
||||
|
||||
For each GA4 Event tag:
|
||||
1. [ ] Perform trigger action
|
||||
2. [ ] Tags tab shows tag fired
|
||||
3. [ ] Data Layer shows custom event
|
||||
4. [ ] GA4 DebugView shows event
|
||||
|
||||
## Mobile App Verification
|
||||
|
||||
### iOS App Verification
|
||||
|
||||
✅ **Task 23: iOS Debug Mode**
|
||||
|
||||
1. [ ] Xcode: Edit Scheme
|
||||
2. [ ] Arguments Passed On Launch: `-FIRDebugEnabled`
|
||||
3. [ ] Run app
|
||||
4. [ ] DebugView shows device
|
||||
5. [ ] Events appear (`session_start`, `screen_view`)
|
||||
|
||||
✅ **Task 24: iOS Console Logs**
|
||||
|
||||
Xcode console shows:
|
||||
- [ ] "Firebase Analytics enabled"
|
||||
- [ ] "Firebase configuration loaded"
|
||||
- [ ] No Firebase errors
|
||||
|
||||
### Android App Verification
|
||||
|
||||
✅ **Task 25: Android Debug Mode**
|
||||
|
||||
```bash
|
||||
adb shell setprop debug.firebase.analytics.app com.example.app
|
||||
```
|
||||
|
||||
1. [ ] Run command
|
||||
2. [ ] Launch app
|
||||
3. [ ] DebugView shows device
|
||||
4. [ ] Events appear
|
||||
|
||||
✅ **Task 26: Android Logcat**
|
||||
|
||||
Logcat shows:
|
||||
- [ ] "FA" (Firebase Analytics) logs
|
||||
- [ ] "Analytics initialized"
|
||||
- [ ] Event logging messages
|
||||
|
||||
## Common Issues & Solutions
|
||||
|
||||
### Issue: No Data in DebugView
|
||||
|
||||
**Checklist**:
|
||||
- [ ] Debug mode actually enabled?
|
||||
- [ ] Google Analytics Debugger extension ON?
|
||||
- [ ] Correct GA4 property selected?
|
||||
- [ ] Device dropdown set to correct device?
|
||||
- [ ] Ad blocker disabled?
|
||||
- [ ] Waiting 30+ seconds?
|
||||
|
||||
**Solutions**:
|
||||
1. Refresh page with debugger enabled
|
||||
2. Try incognito mode
|
||||
3. Check browser console for errors
|
||||
4. Verify Measurement ID correct
|
||||
|
||||
### Issue: Data in DebugView but Not Realtime
|
||||
|
||||
**Causes**:
|
||||
- Realtime has slight delay (30-60 seconds)
|
||||
- Internal traffic filter blocking data
|
||||
|
||||
**Solutions**:
|
||||
1. Wait 2-3 minutes
|
||||
2. Check: Admin → Data Settings → Data Filters
|
||||
3. Verify IP not in "Internal Traffic" filter
|
||||
4. Test from different network
|
||||
|
||||
### Issue: Data in Realtime but Not Standard Reports
|
||||
|
||||
**Expected Behavior**: Standard reports have 24-48 hour delay
|
||||
|
||||
**Verify**:
|
||||
- [ ] At least 24 hours passed since installation
|
||||
- [ ] Check date range in report includes today
|
||||
- [ ] Data collection not paused (Admin → Data Settings)
|
||||
|
||||
### Issue: Duplicate Events
|
||||
|
||||
**Causes**:
|
||||
- Multiple tracking implementations
|
||||
- Both gtag.js AND GTM installed
|
||||
- Plugin AND manual code
|
||||
|
||||
**Solutions**:
|
||||
1. Remove duplicate implementations
|
||||
2. Choose one method (GTM recommended)
|
||||
3. Check Network tab for multiple collect requests
|
||||
4. Review all tracking code locations
|
||||
|
||||
### Issue: Enhanced Measurement Not Working
|
||||
|
||||
**Checklist**:
|
||||
- [ ] Enhanced Measurement toggle ON?
|
||||
- [ ] Admin → Data Streams → Stream → Enhanced Measurement
|
||||
- [ ] Specific event toggle enabled?
|
||||
- [ ] Meeting trigger requirements? (e.g., 90% scroll)
|
||||
- [ ] YouTube videos use JS API enabled?
|
||||
|
||||
**Solutions**:
|
||||
1. Enable Enhanced Measurement
|
||||
2. Check individual event toggles
|
||||
3. Test specific interactions
|
||||
4. Allow 24-48 hours for reports
|
||||
|
||||
## Post-Launch Monitoring
|
||||
|
||||
### Week 1 Checklist
|
||||
|
||||
- [ ] Day 1: Verify DebugView and Realtime working
|
||||
- [ ] Day 2: Check standard reports starting to populate
|
||||
- [ ] Day 3: Verify all pages tracking correctly
|
||||
- [ ] Day 7: Review acquisition sources
|
||||
- [ ] Day 7: Check engagement metrics baseline
|
||||
- [ ] Day 7: Verify conversions/goals tracking
|
||||
|
||||
### Month 1 Checklist
|
||||
|
||||
- [ ] Review top pages and content
|
||||
- [ ] Validate traffic sources accuracy
|
||||
- [ ] Check for data anomalies
|
||||
- [ ] Review custom events performance
|
||||
- [ ] Verify ecommerce tracking (if applicable)
|
||||
- [ ] Set up alerts for data gaps
|
||||
|
||||
## Verification Tools Summary
|
||||
|
||||
### Browser Extensions
|
||||
- **Google Analytics Debugger**: Enable debug mode
|
||||
- **Tag Assistant Companion**: Validate tag installation
|
||||
- **GA4 Event Inspector** (3rd party): View events in-page
|
||||
|
||||
### GA4 Interface Tools
|
||||
- **DebugView**: Real-time event validation
|
||||
- **Realtime Reports**: Live user activity
|
||||
- **DebugView**: Event parameter inspection
|
||||
|
||||
### GTM Tools
|
||||
- **Preview Mode**: Tag firing verification
|
||||
- **Tag Assistant**: Connected testing
|
||||
- **Debug Console**: Data layer inspection
|
||||
|
||||
### Developer Tools
|
||||
- **Chrome DevTools**: Network and console inspection
|
||||
- **Xcode Console**: iOS debugging
|
||||
- **Android Logcat**: Android debugging
|
||||
|
||||
## Verification Documentation Template
|
||||
|
||||
**Property**: [Property Name]
|
||||
**Measurement ID**: G-XXXXXXXXXX
|
||||
**Installation Method**: [gtag.js / GTM / Plugin]
|
||||
**Verification Date**: [Date]
|
||||
|
||||
**Installation Verified**:
|
||||
- [x] Code placement correct
|
||||
- [x] DebugView showing events
|
||||
- [x] Realtime showing users
|
||||
- [x] Enhanced Measurement working
|
||||
- [x] Custom events firing (if applicable)
|
||||
|
||||
**Verified Events**:
|
||||
- [x] session_start
|
||||
- [x] page_view
|
||||
- [x] scroll
|
||||
- [x] click (outbound)
|
||||
- [x] [custom event name]
|
||||
|
||||
**Issues Found**: [List any issues]
|
||||
|
||||
**Resolution**: [How issues were fixed]
|
||||
|
||||
**Next Steps**: [Monitor standard reports in 24-48 hours]
|
||||
|
||||
**Verified By**: [Name]
|
||||
|
||||
## Final Verification Sign-Off
|
||||
|
||||
Before considering GA4 installation complete:
|
||||
|
||||
- [ ] All automatic events firing correctly
|
||||
- [ ] Enhanced Measurement configured and working
|
||||
- [ ] Custom events tested and validated
|
||||
- [ ] Ecommerce tracking verified (if applicable)
|
||||
- [ ] Cross-domain tracking tested (if applicable)
|
||||
- [ ] User ID tracking working (if applicable)
|
||||
- [ ] Internal traffic filters configured
|
||||
- [ ] Data retention settings configured
|
||||
- [ ] Documentation updated with Measurement IDs
|
||||
- [ ] Team trained on DebugView and reports
|
||||
- [ ] Monitoring plan established
|
||||
|
||||
**Status**: ✅ Installation Verified | ⚠️ Issues Found | ❌ Not Working
|
||||
|
||||
**Date**: _________________
|
||||
|
||||
**Verified By**: _________________
|
||||
|
||||
## Additional Resources
|
||||
|
||||
- Official Google: Verify GA4 Installation
|
||||
- Official Google: DebugView Guide
|
||||
- Official Google: Tag Assistant Help
|
||||
- See ga4-debugview skill for advanced debugging
|
||||
Reference in New Issue
Block a user