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Connect Matomo (WP-Matomo, WP-Piwik)

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Analytics & Reporting / Traffic & Visitor Analytics

Reviewed by Abdul Hameid

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

Connect Matomo (WP-Matomo, WP-Piwik) Review - In-Depth Analysis

Connect Matomo statistics to your WordPress dashboard. Add tracking code and view analytics easily.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

7.24/10

User Rating

4.5/5 (based on 95+ reviews)

Active Installations

60,000+

Update Frequency

Very Good It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

4.5 / 10 (Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This plugin integrates Matomo statistics directly into your WordPress dashboard, allowing you to monitor your site's performance. It can also add the Matomo tracking code to your blog for comprehensive analytics.

To use this plugin, you need a Matomo setup, which can be a self-hosted or cloud-hosted instance. The plugin supports WordPress networks, making it suitable for managing multiple sites.

With various shortcodes available, you can display different statistics and data directly on your site. This plugin is designed for users who want to leverage Matomo's powerful analytics capabilities in a WordPress environment.

Comparing to Alternatives

Connect Matomo offers a solid integration for self-hosted Matomo analytics, with a couple of notable alternatives available for users seeking similar functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Easy connection to self-hosted Matomo analytics.
GDPR friendly tracking without cookies.
Offers customization options for tracking.
Clearer visitor analytics compared to Google Analytics.
No reliance on Google services.

Weaknesses

Occasional connection issues with Matomo servers.
Lacks integration with popular consent banners.
No official support despite paid packages.
Does not follow Matomo's recommended tracking code implementation.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a strong majority of 5-star ratings, users appreciate the plugin's ease of use and GDPR compliance, though a small portion report significant issues.

Positive highlights

'Very good setup and easy connect to own Self-Hosted Web Analytics.' - Denny Müller
'Excellent GA substitution, ideal for on-premise Matomo.' - cybeardjm
'Well designed plugin with many customization options.' - David Degner

Common complaints

Impossible to connect sites with the latest Matomo version.
Missing consent banner integrations for GDPR compliance.
Plugin does not follow Matomo's recommended tracking code methods, causing connection failures.

Weaknesses

Connection problems with Matomo servers reported by users.
Lack of support and responsiveness from developers.
Limited features for consent management.
Forum support is inadequate and unresponsive.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who want a straightforward, GDPR-compliant integration with self-hosted Matomo analytics and prefer an alternative to Google Analytics without cookies.

Not ideal for

Those who require robust support, seamless consent banner integration, or strict adherence to Matomo's official tracking methods may find this plugin lacking.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides essential Matomo integration features, including tracking without cookies and customization options.

Final Verdict

Connect Matomo is a well-rated plugin that effectively connects WordPress sites to self-hosted Matomo analytics, offering GDPR-friendly tracking and useful customization. It stands out as a viable alternative to Google Analytics for privacy-conscious users.

However, users should be aware of connection issues, lack of consent banner integration, and limited support. Security vulnerabilities have been addressed in recent updates, but potential users should consider these factors when choosing this plugin.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Connect Matomo (WP-Matomo, WP-Piwik) plugin.

Matomo

Analytics

Statistics

Screenshots

FAQ

To use this plugin you will need your own Matomo instance. If you do not already have a Matomo setup, you have two simple options: use either a self-hosted Matomo or cloud-hosted Matomo by InnoCraft.

As soon as Matomo works, you’ll be able to configure WP-Matomo: The Matomo URL is the same URL you use to access your Matomo, e.g. for the demo site: http://demo.matomo.org. The auth token is some kind of a secret password, which allows WP-Matomo to get the necessary data from Matomo. To get your auth token, log in to Matomo, click at the preferences gear icon (top right) and click at “API” (left sidebar menu, near the bottom).

You can get a more detailed description here: https://matomo.org/blog/2015/05/wordpress-integration-wp-piwik-1-0/