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Google Analytics 4 (GA4): setup and configuration for website 2026

December 31, 20256 min read
Author: 7kar7son7Developer

Complete GA4 guide: installation, event configuration, conversions and reports for website owners.

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TL;DR

  • google analytics 4 ga4 setup configuration 2026
  • For website owners who want to measure traffic and conversions in Google Analytics 4.

Who this is for

  • For website owners who want to measure traffic and conversions in Google Analytics 4.

Keyword (SEO)

  • google analytics 4 ga4 setup configuration 2026

GA4 installation

  • Create GA4 account in Google Analytics
  • Add GTM or gtag.js code
  • Verify installation in GA4 DebugView

Event configuration

  • Automatic events (page_view, scroll)
  • Enhanced events (click, video)
  • Custom events (form_submit, purchase)

Conversion tracking

  • Conversion goals (forms, purchases)
  • E-commerce tracking (products, cart)
  • User journey and funnels

Reports and insights

  • Users and behavior report
  • Events and conversions report
  • Data export to BigQuery

FAQ

Is GA4 free?

Yes, GA4 is free up to 10 million events/month. After that: $0.50 per 1000 events.

How long does GA4 configuration take?

Basic installation: 30 minutes. Full configuration with events and conversions: 2-4 hours.

Want this implemented for your business?

About the author

Developer at DevStudio.it. Focused on performance, SEO and production-ready web apps.

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