A free and lightweight plugin to integrate Google Analytics 4 (GA4) into your Joomla website. Supports all major versions: Joomla 3.x, 4.x, 5.x, and 6.x.
- GA4 Ready: Fully compatible with the latest Google Analytics 4 properties.
- Wide Compatibility: Works seamlessly with Joomla 3, 4, 5, and 6.
- Easy Setup: Simply paste the full Google Analytics counter code into the plugin settings.
- Automatic Updates: Keep your plugin up-to-date directly from your Joomla administrator panel.
- Open Source: Transparent code, no hidden scripts.
We provide pre-built installation packages for each major version of Joomla. Please choose the file that matches your CMS version.
Go to the Releases Page and download the appropriate .zip file:
| Joomla Version | File Name Pattern | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Joomla 3.x | plg_google_analytics_j3_v1.2.2.zip |
✅ Supported |
| Joomla 4.x | plg_google_analytics_j4_v1.2.2.zip |
✅ Stable |
| Joomla 5.x | plg_google_analytics_j5_v1.2.2.zip |
✅ Stable |
| Joomla 6.x | plg_google_analytics_j6_v1.2.2.zip |
✅ Stable |
- Log in to your Joomla Administrator Panel.
- Navigate to System -> Install -> Extensions.
- Upload the downloaded
.zippackage. - Go to Plugins, search for "System - IWS.BY Google Analytics" and Enable it.
- Open the plugin settings and paste the full Google Analytics Counter Code (the script provided by GA4).
This plugin is 100% free. However, to enable the automatic update system, you need a free license key.
Why get a key?
- Get notified about new features and security patches directly in your Joomla backend.
- One-click updates.
- Support project development.
- Visit the product page on iws.by.
- Click the "Download for Free" button.
- Complete the checkout process via the cart (it is free).
- You will receive your License Key immediately after placing the order.
- Paste the key into the plugin settings in Joomla on the main settings tab.
If you prefer to build the plugin from source code instead of using the pre-built releases:
- Clone this repository:
git clone https://github.com/IWSBY/joomla-iwsby-google-analytics.git
- Navigate to the folder corresponding to your Joomla version (e.g.,
src/joomla5). - Zip the contents of that folder (ensure the manifest
.xmlfile is in the root of the zip). - Install the resulting zip in Joomla.
Note: Using the pre-built Releases is recommended for most users.
We welcome contributions! If you find a bug or want to suggest a feature:
- Check the Issues page.
- Fork the repository.
- Create a pull request.
This project is licensed under the GNU General Public License v2.0 or later. See the LICENSE file for details.
- Official Website & Support: iws.by
- Google Analytics Official Site: analytics.google.com