=== WP Statistics - The Most Popular Privacy-Friendly Analytics Plugin ===
Contributors: mostafa.s1990, kashani, veronalabs, GregRoss
Donate link: https://wp-statistics.com/donate/
Tags: analytics, google analytics, insights, stats, site visitors
Requires at least: 5.0
Tested up to: 6.5
Stable tag: 14.7
Requires PHP: 5.6
License: GPL-2.0+
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Get complete website traffic insights with privacy-friendly, GDPR/CCPA compliant analytics, including visitor data, stunning graphs, and no third-party data sharing.

== Description ==
= WP Statistics: THE #1 WORDPRESS ANALYTICS PLUGIN =
Discover GDPR-compliant analytics with [WP Statistics](https://wp-statistics.com/?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=website), the top choice for WordPress users seeking an alternative to Google Analytics. No external accounts, unlimited visitor tracking, and full data ownership-all stored directly in your WordPress database.

[Checkout Demo](https://wp-statistics.com/demo) | [View Screenshots](/#screenshots)

= GDPR Compliant (Data Privacy) =
WP Statistics is GDPR, CCPA, PECR, and cookie compliance by default.

* We do not use cookies
* We do not store personally identifiable information (PII) by default
* 100% data ownership. Data is entirely created and stored on your server
* Enhance IP Hashing with Random Daily Salt Mechanism
* Features to export and delete data for GDPR
* Respect for User Privacy with Do Not Track (DNT)
* Privacy Audit Tool for compliance with privacy laws

Your site won't need to have a cookie popup since WP Statistics uses [cookie-less tracking](https://wp-statistics.com/resources/counting-unique-visitors-without-cookies/?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=doc).

You can find more information in "[What we collect](https://wp-statistics.com/resources/what-we-collect/?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=doc)".

= Top Features =
* Fully integrate with your WordPress and your content structure and you have the all reports all in your WP dashboard
* Simple analytics dashboard
* Super easy to install. No coding or technical knowledge needed
* Advanced data privacy settings that are customizable to fit your needs, in compliance with diverse data protection laws
* Track URL parameters, including UTMs, for campaign analysis
* With configurable settings, manage large amounts of data on high-traffic websites
* Monitor live online user traffic in real-time
* Fully customized overview dashboard page
* Shows your most popular posts and pages
* Lists your top referral sources such as search engines
* Geolocation report (including Country, Region and City) with interactive world map
* Device report with device type, browser, and OS information
* Email reports with customizable content
* Customize role-based access to view analytics and modify settings.
* Advanced Filtering & Exceptions: By user roles, IPs, countries, URLs, and more.
* Premium Add-on: [Data Plus](https://wp-statistics.com/product/wp-statistics-data-plus?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=dp)
 * **Custom Post Type Tracking**: DataPlus extends WP Statistics' tracking to include all custom post types in addition to Posts and Pages.
 * **Custom Taxonomy Analytics**: In addition to monitoring default taxonomies like Categories and Tags, DataPlus also tracks custom taxonomies.
 * **Link Tracker**: Find out which outbound links your audience clicks on, giving you insights into their preferences and behaviors.
 * **Download Tracker**: Keep track of what's being downloaded, who's downloading it, and when.
 * And more!

**Get the most out of your website analytics by using WP Statistics Premium Add-ons**
Upgrade your analytics toolkit with our range of premium add-ons, including [Data Plus](https://wp-statistics.com/product/wp-statistics-data-plus?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=dp), [Advanced Reporting](https://wp-statistics.com/product/wp-statistics-advanced-reporting/?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=adv-report), [Real-Time Stats](https://wp-statistics.com/product/wp-statistics-realtime-stats/?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=real-time), [Mini Chart](https://wp-statistics.com/product/wp-statistics-mini-chart/?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=mini-chart), and [more](https://wp-statistics.com/add-ons/?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=add-ons). Making informed decisions is easier with these powerful tools.

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= Report Bugs =
Having trouble with a bug? Please [create an issue](https://github.com/wp-statistics/wp-statistics/issues/new) on GitHub. Kindly note that [GitHub](https://github.com/wp-statistics/wp-statistics) is exclusively for bug reports; other inquiries will be closed.

== Installation ==
1. Upload `wp-statistics` to the `/wp-content/plugins/` directory.
2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress.
3. Make sure the Date and Time are set correctly in WordPress.
4. Go to the plugin settings page and configure as required (note this will also include downloading the GeoIP database for the first time).

== Frequently Asked Questions ==
= Who should use WP Statistics? =
WP Statistics is designed for website owners, bloggers, marketers, and analysts who wish to track and understand the traffic on their WordPress site. It's user-friendly and powerful for professionals but also accessible for beginners.

= Is technical knowledge required to operate WP Statistics? =
No, WP Statistics focuses on simplicity. You don't need any coding skills to use it. Right from your WordPress dashboard, you can install and use the plugin.

= Will WP Statistics affect my site's performance? =
Your site's loading times will remain quick with WP Statistics. With our "Optimization" settings page, you can fine-tune how data is handled for high-traffic sites, providing you with the tools to optimize performance.

= Is it GDPR compliant? =
Yes, WP Statistics is GDPR compliant by default. You can find more information in "[What we collect](https://wp-statistics.com/resources/what-we-collect/?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=doc)".

= Are individual page analytics available? =
Every post, page, and custom post type is tracked in detail.

= Is it compatible with caching and CDN? =
WP Statistics is fully compatible with all caching plugins and CDNs.

= Are logged-in users tracked? =
By default, no. However, you can enable tracking logged-in users from the settings page.

= Can I use WP Statistics and Google Analytics at the same time? =
Yes, you can run them both at the same time without any problems.

= Are bot visits counted? =
We filter out bot visits using best practice techniques. Compared to Google Analytics, your views and visitors are very similar. The "[Enhancing Data Accuracy](https://wp-statistics.com/resources/enhancing-data-accuracy/?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=doc)" article can help you eliminate bots even further.

= Can I export data? =
Data can be exported to XML, CSV, or TSV files for backup or reporting purposes.

= Is there Multi-Site support? =
WP Statistics supports WordPress Multi-Site/Network installations. In the network admin, you can view combined or separate analytics for each subsite.

== Screenshots ==
1. Overview
2. Website Traffic Overview
3. Live User Activity Tracker
4. Optimization
5. Settings
6. Real-Time Stats
7. Download Tracker
8. Referrals
9. Countries
10. Author Analytics
11. Browsers
12. Link Tracker
14. Privacy Audit

== Upgrade Notice ==
= 14.0 =
**IMPORTANT NOTE**
Welcome to WP Statistics v14.0, our biggest update!
Thank you for being part of our community. We’ve been working hard for one year to develop this version and make WP Statistics better for you. after updating, please update all Add-Ons to tha latest version as well.

If you encounter any bug, please create an issue on [GitHub](https://github.com/wp-statistics/wp-statistics/issues/new) where we can act upon them more efficiently. Since [GitHub](https://github.com/wp-statistics/wp-statistics) is not a support forum, just bugs are welcomed, and any other request will be closed.

== Changelog ==
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6G50BZRWPd4

= 14.7 - 20.05.2024 =
* Addition: Introduced Privacy Audit Tool to ensure compliance with privacy laws. [More info click here](https://wp-statistics.com/2024/05/12/introducing-privacy-audit-in-wp-statistics-14-7/)
* Addition: Added two new database columns, region and continent, to the visitor table to enhance geographical data.
* Fixes: Resolved issues with the Date Picker filter and Visitor Map.
* Fixes: Fixed bug displaying archive page information on the online and visitors pages.
* Improvement: Improved tooltip display for browser pie charts.
* Improvement: Enhanced email report appearance for better readability and aesthetics.
* Improvement: Updated filters and styles for a better user experience.
* Improvement: Enhanced event scheduling and email handling for improved performance.
* Improvement: Refined language strings and an admin interface for easier use.
* Improvement: Merged REST API and Advanced Widgets settings into the main plugin settings for better management.
* Improvement: Showing the Hash IP properly in HitsMap modal.
* Improvement: Various minor enhancements to boost plugin stability and performance.

[See changelog for all versions](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/wp-statistics/wp-statistics/master/CHANGELOG.md).
