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Google Analytics Connection

Connect Google Analytics and Search Console to see traffic insights and search performance for your content.

Google Analytics Connection

Connecting Google Analytics gives you visibility into how your published content performs. See visitor traffic, search clicks, and keyword data directly in RankPrompt.


What You'll Get

After connecting:

Feature

Description

Traffic Data

Sessions, users, and engagement metrics

Search Performance

Clicks, impressions, and rankings from Google Search

Content Analytics

Performance data filtered to your blogs

Visibility Insights

Search data integrated with scheduled reports


Requirements

  • ✅ Google Analytics 4 (GA4) property

  • ✅ Google Search Console verified for your domain

  • ✅ Google account with access to both services


Connecting Google

Step 1: Navigate to Analytics Dashboard

From the sidebar, click Analytics to open the Analytics Dashboard.

Step 2: Start Connection

If not connected, you'll see a prompt to connect Google services:

  1. Click Connect Google

  2. A Google sign-in window opens

Step 3: Authorize RankPrompt

In the Google sign-in window:

  1. Select your Google account

  2. Review the permissions requested

  3. Click Allow to grant access

Step 4: Select Properties

After authorization:

  1. Select your Google Analytics 4 property

  2. Select your Search Console property

  3. Click Save to complete setup


Permissions Requested

RankPrompt requests these permissions:

Permission

Why Needed

View Analytics data

Display traffic and engagement

View Search Console data

Show search performance

We only request read access, RankPrompt cannot modify your Google settings or data.


Connection Status

Check your connection status in Analytics Dashboard:

Status

Meaning

Connected

Successfully linked, data available

Expired

Token expired, needs reconnection

Not Connected

Setup not completed

Reconnecting

  1. Go to Analytics Dashboard

  2. Click Reconnect

  3. Re-authorize your Google account


Using Connected Data

Analytics Dashboard

The main Analytics Dashboard shows:

  • Traffic Overview: Sessions, users, bounce rate

  • Search Performance: Clicks, impressions, average position

  • Top Pages: Best-performing pages by traffic

  • Search Queries: Keywords bringing visitors

Content Analytics

Filtered view showing only your blog content:

  • Data from your hosted blog

  • Data from connected WordPress sites

  • Excludes your main website

Scheduled Report Insights

If you have scheduled reports:

  • Visibility Map: Shows impressions by query

  • Search Console Data: Keywords triggering your pages


Adding GA4 to Hosted Blog

If you have a RankPrompt hosted blog, add GA4 tracking:

  1. Go to Integrations

  2. Find your Hosted Blog

  3. Click Analytics button

  4. Enter your GA4 Measurement ID (format: G-XXXXXXX)

  5. Click Save

Finding Your Measurement ID

In Google Analytics:

  1. Go to Admin (gear icon)

  2. Under Property, click Data Streams

  3. Select your web stream

  4. Copy the Measurement ID (starts with "G-")


Troubleshooting

"No data available"

Causes:

  • New property with no data yet

  • Wrong property selected

  • GA4 not installed on your site

Solutions:

  • Wait 24-48 hours for new properties

  • Verify correct property is selected

  • Ensure GA4 tracking code is on your site

"Connection expired"

Cause:

  • Google OAuth token expired (happens after ~6 months)

Solution:

  • Click Reconnect and re-authorize

"Missing Search Console data"

Causes:

  • Domain not verified in Search Console

  • Property mismatch between Analytics and Search Console

Solutions:

  • Verify your domain in Google Search Console

  • Ensure both services use the same domain

"Wrong data showing"

Cause:

  • Wrong Google property selected

Solution:

  • Disconnect and reconnect with correct property


Privacy & Security

What We Access

  • Read-only analytics data

  • Read-only search console data

  • No access to modify or delete your data

Data Storage

  • We cache data locally for faster access

  • Data refreshes periodically

  • You can manually refresh anytime

Disconnecting

To revoke RankPrompt's access:

  1. Go to your Google Account

  2. Find RankPrompt in third-party apps

  3. Click Remove Access


Plan Requirements

Google Analytics connection is available on all plans.

Plan

Google Connection

Free

✅

Starter

✅

Pro

✅

Agency

✅


Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need both Analytics and Search Console?

Ideally, yes. Analytics shows visitor behavior; Search Console shows search performance. Together, they provide complete insights.

What if I only have Universal Analytics?

RankPrompt requires Google Analytics 4 (GA4). Universal Analytics was sunset by Google in 2024. Upgrade to GA4 to use this feature.

Can I connect multiple properties?

Currently, one Analytics property per brand. If you have multiple sites, consider a roll-up property or contact us at [email protected] for custom options.


Next Steps

  • 📊 Content Analytics - Track your blog content performance

  • 🔍 Search Console Connection - Learn more about Search Console data


Need Help?

If you have questions about Google Analytics connection, contact us at [email protected].

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