How to Set Up Google Analytics 4 for Shopify

🚀 Learn how to secure your ecommerce tracking with Google Ads by linking Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to your Shopify store!

In this step-by-step tutorial, we'll guide you through the entire process, ensuring you have a reliable backup for your essential data.

Here’s how it works:

🔧 Once in GA4, create a property for your store, specifying details like name, business category, and size. Optimize for online sales, and you're ready to roll.

💻 Connect your property to your store using the Google and YouTube app on your Shopify dashboard.

🛒 Test your setup by navigating through your website, adding items to your cart, and initiating the checkout process. Keeping in mind it may take up to 24 hours for the stream to collect information.

Why is it crucial to link GA4 to Shopify?

🔍 GA4 acts as a safety net for your ecommerce tracking. While Google Analytics catches around 75-80% of conversions compared to Google Ads, having this backup ensures you can still track crucial data if your ads account ever fails.

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Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:35 Create a GA4 property
01:27 Connect GA4 property to Shopify
02:00 How to test if GA4 tracking is working
02:30 Why is GA4 an important backup?

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[ishaannegi]

Thankyou for a straight forward tutorial.
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[KeyCommerce]

Ensure your ecommerce tracking stays secure with GA4—a reliable safety net. While Google Analytics captures 75-80% of conversions compared to Google Ads, having GA4 as a backup ensures you can still track vital data if your ads account encounters any issues.