Matomo

Matomo (formerly Piwik) is an open-source web analytics platform that serves as an ethical alternative to Google Analytics. It provides detailed insights into website traffic, user behaviour, and performance without compromising privacy. Organisations can self-host Matomo or use its managed cloud service, retaining full control of their analytics data. Built around GDPR compliance and transparency, Matomo embodies the principle that useful analytics don’t have to come at the expense of user privacy or data ownership.

Pros & Cons

Fully compliant with GDPR and other data protection laws, and can be configured to operate without cookies or personal data tracking
Open Source & Transparent
Self-hosting ensures all analytics data stays within your control
Offers most of the functionality of Google Analytics (including goals, funnels, and heatmaps) while remaining independent of big tech
Matomo’s philosophy explicitly opposes surveillance capitalism and promotes user trust
Self-hosted instances require server resources, setup, and updates, adding to operational workload
Integrations and fine-tuning often require more technical involvement than Google Analytics
The interface can feel more complex and less streamlined than mainstream analytics dashboards

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