SEO Content Management System

🚀 How to Set Up Real Google Analytics Integration

Follow these steps to connect real GA4 and Search Console data:

Step 1: Create/Select Google Cloud Project

1. Go to Google Cloud Console (console.cloud.google.com)
2. Create a new project or select an existing one
3. Enable billing for your project

Step 2: Enable Required APIs

1. Enable Google Analytics Admin API
2. Enable Google Search Console API
3. Enable Google Analytics Reporting API

Step 3: Create Service Account Credentials

1. Go to APIs & Services > Credentials
2. Click Create Credentials > Service Account
3. Fill in the service account details
4. Click Create and Continue
5. Grant the service account access (Editor role)
6. Go to Keys tab and create a JSON key
7. Download the JSON file and rename it to credentials.json
8. Place it in the project root directory

Step 4: Get Your GA4 Measurement ID

1. Go to Google Analytics > Admin > Property Settings
2. Copy your Measurement ID (starts with G-)
3. Enter it in the configuration form above

Step 5: Set Up Search Console Access

1. Share your property with the service account email
2. The service account email is in your credentials.json file
3. You'll find it under "client_email"

✅ Once configured, the dashboard will display real GA4 and Search Console data!