Google Analytics v. WordPress Blog Stats?

Question

I understand that my WordPress Blog Stats run from 8pm - 8pm, and my Google Analytics are on a normal 12-12 time which could change the # of daily page views. But I have been seeing different levels of search referrals, and I am wondering which one is more reliable. Any help is greatly appreciated.

Answer 1

I think it depends on your needs.

If you use adwords as a promotion tools, using Analytics is better as it integrates both of these web tools. So you can analyze it very details.

Answer 2

I would stick with Google analytics, however, if possible, I would use awstats or webalizer if you have access to raw log files.

You can always review stat reports from both sources for a week history and compare the numbers there.

Answer 3

Hi,

I have a lot of experience marketing small companies online (I have 3 companies).  One of the best ways is to sign up at business directories and protals.  These are basically listings of businesses (simliar to the phone book).  The advantage is that these portals usually get a lot of traffic and they're ranked high on Google because of all the quality links they contain.

My favorite portal is called Directory Exclusive.  I signed up a few weeks ago because they're giving a away a free business card holder when a person enter's their company info.  I received it in the mail 3 days ago =)

I don't know if they still have that promotion, but you can try to get the free card holder here:

http://www.my-exclusive-directory.info

Good Luck