Setting up a Google Analytics 4 (GA4) property is a crucial step for businesses to leverage the full potential of the latest version of Google Analytics. GA4 offers enhanced features and improved tracking capabilities to make informed decisions based on your data. In this blog post, we present you with a guide on setting up GA4 properties.
Create GA4 Property: Step-by-Step Guide
Visit the Google Analytics website and sign in with your philippines phone number list Google account. Click "Start for free" and follow the instructions to create a new Google Analytics account.
Creating a new property
After setting up your account, click the "+ Create new property" button to add a new property. Enter a name for your property and select the appropriate time zone and currency.
Instructions for creating a GA4 property in Google Analytics for a webshop, highlighted by red arrows
Select tracking method
Select the tracking method for your property. You have the option to use either the GA4 Measurement Code or the Firebase SDK.
Google Analytics 4 settings menu for the Merch Shop with focus on property settings.
Create Datastream
Create a datastream for your property and enter a suitable name for the datastream and select the appropriate datastream type.
Depending on the type of website or app you have, you can choose between Web, iOS or Android. Follow the further instructions to set up the data stream.
Screenshot of the Google Analytics 4 interface with the menu item 'Data Streams' highlighted in the 'Property Settings' area
Configure Datastream
After the Datastream is created, it is important to configure it. Go to the Datastream overview page and click on "Settings". Here you can set more details such as the website URL, default currency and advanced settings.
Don’t forget to adjust your privacy and data sharing settings.