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Analytics Cat – Google Analytics Made Easy

By fatcatapps

Analytics & Reporting / Google Analytics Integration

Reviewed by Abdul Hameid

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

Analytics Cat – Google Analytics Made Easy Review - In-Depth Analysis

Analytics Cat is a simple plugin for adding Google Analytics tracking code to your WordPress site. It focuses on ease of use without unnecessary features.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.88/10

User Rating

4.9/5 (based on 15+ reviews)

Active Installations

6,000+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

5 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

Analytics Cat is a straightforward plugin designed to help you add your Google Analytics tracking code to your WordPress site quickly and easily. This plugin is built specifically for Google Analytics and does not include unnecessary features that can slow down your site.

With Analytics Cat, you can add the Google Analytics tracking code in less than two minutes. The plugin also allows you to hide your tracking code from logged-in users, ensuring your data remains clean and accurate.

As Google Analytics transitions to Google Analytics 4, it is essential to switch from Universal Analytics to ensure your data collection continues without interruption. Analytics Cat is designed to stay compatible with future updates to Google Analytics, making it a reliable choice for your tracking needs.

Comparing to Alternatives

Analytics Cat offers a straightforward Google Analytics integration with several notable alternatives available that provide similar functionalities.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Very simple and easy to set up, ideal for users seeking minimal configuration.
Lightweight plugin that does not bloat the site.
High user satisfaction with a 4.9-star average rating.
Effectively integrates Google Analytics 4 tracking ID.
No paid version means full functionality is available for free.

Weaknesses

Has had multiple medium-severity security vulnerabilities in the past, though fixed in recent versions.
Lacks advanced features found in some alternatives with pro versions.
No premium support or additional features beyond basic analytics integration.
Limited customization options compared to more comprehensive analytics plugins.

User Sentiment Analysis

User reviews are overwhelmingly positive with a 4.9 average rating and no negative reviews, indicating strong satisfaction with the plugin's simplicity and reliability.

Positive highlights

"Does what it’s supposed to do without issues." – gothkittylady
"Simple and easy to setup." – Nikša
"It works, thanks." – Gradient Themes
"Perfection!" – Leandro
"Just enter G4 in Google Analytics Tracking ID." – Chris Dale

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Past security vulnerabilities may concern cautious users.
Limited feature set compared to more robust analytics plugins.
No premium or advanced support options available.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who want a lightweight, easy-to-use Google Analytics integration without the need for advanced features or paid upgrades.

Not ideal for

Those seeking comprehensive analytics dashboards, advanced customization, or premium support might find this plugin too basic and should consider alternatives.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version includes full Google Analytics integration with a simple setup process and no feature restrictions.

Final Verdict

Analytics Cat is an excellent choice for users who want a straightforward and reliable Google Analytics integration without complexity or cost. Its high user ratings reflect satisfaction with its simplicity and effectiveness. However, users should be aware of its history of medium-severity security vulnerabilities, which have been addressed in recent updates.

While it lacks advanced features and premium support found in some alternatives, it offers great value as a free, lightweight plugin. Those needing more comprehensive analytics tools may want to explore other options, but for basic tracking needs, Analytics Cat performs well.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Analytics Cat – Google Analytics Made Easy plugin.

Google Analytics

Analytics Plugin

Universal Analytics

Screenshots

FAQ

After installing this plugin, simply go to Settings -> Google Analytics Manager and add your Google Analytics (Universal Analytics) ID.

Yes you can! Append the following code to your theme’s functions.php page:

function my_custom_ga_attributes ( $value ) {     return '&aip=1'; }  add_filter( 'fca_ga_attributes', 'my_custom_ga_attributes' );

For more information, read this: How to find your Google Analytics tracking code, Google Analytics tracking ID, and Google Analytics property number

Contributors and developers

“Analytics Cat – Google Analytics Made Easy” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.

fatcatapps

davidhme

Ryan Novotny

Free Version Docs

WPS

6.88

Average

Ratings

4.9 out of 5 | 15

Version

1.1.3

Last updated

1 year ago

Active installations

6,000+

WordPress version

6.2.14 or higher

PHP version

or higher

Languages

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Analytics Cat – Google Analytics Made Easy Review - In-Depth Analysis

Performance Overview

What It Does

Comparing to Alternatives

User Sentiment Analysis

Who Should Use This?

Pricing & Value

Final Verdict

Other Notable Features

Screenshots

FAQ

Contributors and developers

Ratings

Reviews (15)

Sort by:

Contributors & Developers

Interested in development?

Changelog

Security Status

Secure

No Unpatched Vulnerabilities

Known Vulnerabilities (3)

Previous Versions

WPS

6.88

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