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Google Analytics Upgrade to GA4
A new analytical era is upon us with Google’s release of GA4. For businesses with years of data and conversion tracking configurations, this can be a daunting process and one that needs to be done properly.Â
Atomic’s expert team has vast experience performing the GA4 Upgrade to ensure all that valuable data of yours is not lost and the configuration/conversion tracking setup of your GA4 remains the same, if not better. Furthermore, we can assist with improving your setup if required to improve how things are currently being tracked or analysed.Â
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When setting up a new GA4 property, we will have a consultation session to define the data streams you want to collect and integrate with other Google products. We will also need to define and setup set up data filters, audiences, and other settings just like you have in Universal Analytics but vastly improved.Â
If you’re upgrading from UA to GA4, Atomic must migrate your data.Â
Google provides tools to help with this process, but if you have a complex existing setup, you will most likely need professional help which is where Atomic can architect a smooth process for you.
GA4 uses a new data model that is different from the one used in Universal Analytics (UA). This means that after the upgrade to GA4, Atomic may need to make some changes to your tracking code and reporting processes to ensure that you are collecting and analysing the data correctly, in-line with your expectations as a business.Â
GA4 uses a new event-based tracking system that requires us to define events and parameters in your tracking code.Â
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We understand how events and parameters work in GA4, and plan how we will structure your events to meet your reporting needs which Atomic will work closely with you on.Â
GA4 provides more customisation options than UA and so we will work closely with you to ensure that we not only map over existing configurations, but also run you through new configurations to cater them to your business. Atomic will gladly also offer training in this area if required as there is a lot of functionality in this new platform. Don’t let this put you off a GA4 upgrade though – you are best getting ahead of the curve on this one.Â
There are several reasons why you might want to upgrade to Google Analytics 4 (GA4):
GA4 uses a new data model that offers more flexibility in how you collect and analyse data. This model allows for more granular event tracking, a focus on user engagement, and better tracking of cross-device and cross-platform behaviour.
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GA4 includes features like event-based tracking, cross-domain tracking, and automatic event tracking that make it easier to collect and analyse data. These features can help you get a more complete picture of how users interact with your website or app.
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GA4 is designed to work seamlessly with other Google products, including Google Ads and Google BigQuery. This can help you get more value from your data by allowing you to create more targeted campaigns and perform more sophisticated analyses.
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As the analytics landscape evolves, it’s important to stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and best practices. By upgrading to GA4, you’ll be better positioned to take advantage of new features and capabilities as they become available.
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GA4 has stronger data privacy features that allow for easier compliance with data privacy regulations such as GDPR and CCPA. This includes features like the ability to delete user data upon request, and better data retention controls.
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Overall, upgrading to GA4 can provide more advanced tracking capabilities, integration with other Google products, future-proofing, and better compliance with data privacy regulations, making it a smart choice for businesses and organisations looking to get more value from their analytics data.
Whether or not you should upgrade to Google Analytics 4 (GA4) depends on several factors, including your current use of Google Analytics and your business needs.
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Here are some questions to consider when deciding whether to upgrade to GA4:
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If you’re currently using Google Analytics Universal Analytics (UA) and are happy with your tracking and reporting, you may not need to upgrade to GA4 right away. However, if you’re experiencing data limitations with UA or want to take advantage of GA4’s enhanced tracking capabilities, upgrading to GA4 could be a good option.
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If your business goals involve tracking user engagement across multiple devices or platforms, then GA4’s new data model and event-based tracking could be beneficial. Similarly, if you want to better integrate with other Google products like Google Ads, GA4 could provide a more seamless experience.
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If you need to comply with data privacy regulations such as GDPR and CCPA, upgrading to GA4 could be a good option, as it offers stronger data privacy features and better data retention controls.
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Upgrading to GA4 involves a new reporting interface, data model, and tracking system, which may require some time and effort to learn and set up. If you’re willing to invest this time, however, the benefits of GA4 could be significant.
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In general, if you’re looking for more advanced tracking capabilities, integration with other Google products, stronger data privacy features, and future-proofing, upgrading to GA4 could be a good option. However, if you’re satisfied with your current use of UA and don’t need these additional features, you may not need to upgrade right away but you will need to eventually as Google forces this upgrade.Â
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