Apr 5, 2026
GA4 Channel Groupings: Why the Default Is Wrong and How to Fix It
Why GA4 default channel groupings misclassify traffic and how to build custom channel groupings that reflect your actual traffic sources accurately.
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Read article →How to build cohort analysis in GA4 Explorations and use it to measure whether campaign traffic retained -- not just converted on the first session.
Read article →How GA4's Reporting Identity setting controls user counting, cross-device session stitching, and how it affects every user metric across all reports.
Read article →How GA4 builds purchase propensity, churn, and top-spender audiences using machine learning, and how to use them in Google Ads campaigns.
Read article →How to set up GA4 custom dimensions and metrics correctly -- understanding scope, quota, and how to use them inside Explorations and standard reports.
Read article →A step-by-step guide to creating a GA4 property, configuring a data stream, and deploying the tag through Google Tag Manager correctly.
Read article →A clear breakdown of how GA4 differs from Universal Analytics, what the shift to event-based tracking means, and why it matters for advertisers.
Read article →Understand exactly how Consent Mode affects your tracking data. Learn what happens to Google Analytics, Google Ads, and remarketing when users deny consent.
Read article →Understanding why Google Analytics 4 data takes 24-48 hours to appear in your reports, and practical solutions for getting the real-time insights you need.
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