Tracking Sub Domains with Google Analytics

Google Analytics Master Profile Settings.

Tracking websites that have multiple sub domains may not seem like a complicated thing. In fact, the GA support docs clearly outlines two ways to track sub domains. You can track all sub domains in a single profile or you can track sub domains in separate profiles. But what if you want more flexibility? What [...]

UPDATED: GA On Site Search Setup

I’ve updated my post about setting up Google Analytics On Site Search Reporting. Since its launch I’ve learned a few new things and wanted to pass on the information. For example, you can’t use filters to change the data in the reports. That’s a HUGE problem because we have no easy way to manipulate the [...]

This, That and a Web Analytics Survey

I’m back… finally. Sorry for the long layoff, things have been absolutely crazy here. I wanted to take a moment and say a few things. First, I’m sorry I have not gotten to all of your comments. I think there are over 50 in my moderation queue. I’m usually very prompt at responding but I [...]

Come to Web Analytics Wednesday in Burlington, VT

EpikOne is sponsoring Web Analytics Wednesday TOMORROW night, November 7, at Halverson’s Upstreet Cafe (16 Church St.). We’ll kick things of at 6:00 PM. If you’d like to attend please register at http://www.webanalyticsdemystified.com/wednesday/ If you’ve never been to a WaW event you should really try to make it. It’s a fantastic opportunity to network with [...]

Make GA Data Quality Suck Less!

Google Analytics Lowercase Filter

We all know that data quality sucks! But there are a few, vital steps that you can take to insure that your Google Analytics data is as accurate as possible. Remember, accurate data makes for happy, and accurate, analysts. Here are three simple tips that can help make your data more accurate. 1. Eliminate Duplicate [...]