How to Use Make.com with Google Analytics

Make.com, formerly known as Integromat, is an incredibly powerful automation tool that enables users to connect various services and automate workflows. When used in conjunction with Google Analytics, Make.com can streamline your data processes, saving time and providing enhanced insights into your website's performance. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to integrate Make.com with Google Analytics:

Step 1: Set up Your Make.com Account

Create an account on Make.com if you don’t already have one. Once you have an account, log in and prepare to connect your services.

Step 2: Connect to Google Analytics

After logging in to Make.com, you'll need to connect to your Google Analytics account. This can be done by:

• Clicking on the "Create a new scenario" button.
• Searching for the Google Analytics module and selecting it.
• Following the prompts to connect your Google Analytics account by providing necessary permissions.

Step 3: Configure Google Analytics Module

Once connected, you can configure the Google Analytics module to specify which data you want to work with. For instance, you might want to get data from a specific view or set up an event tracking system.

• Choose the desired Google Analytics account and view.
• Select the metrics and dimensions that you want to retrieve or manipulate.

Step 4: Set Up Triggers and Actions

In Make.com, scenarios are created with a series of modules linked by triggers and actions. Determine what event in Google Analytics will serve as your trigger, such as a new website session or goal completion.

• Add this trigger to your scenario.
• Configure the following actions based on what you want to automate with this data. For instance, you might want to add new rows to a Google Sheet with session data for further analysis.

Step 5: Add Logical Elements and Filters

You can refine your automation using filters and logical elements within Make.com to ensure that only relevant data triggers the actions.

• Implement filters to process data conditionally.
• Use logical elements to handle complex scenarios where multiple conditions need to be evaluated.

Step 6: Test and Refine

Before you run your scenario, it's essential to test it to ensure everything works as expected:

• Click the "Run once" button to test your setup.
• If the scenario doesn't work as intended, adjust your configuration.

Step 7: Set Scenario to Run Automatically

Once tested and refined, set your scenario to run automatically at the desired interval:

• Opt for real-time automation or schedule it at predefined times.
• Save your scenario and switch on automatic execution.

By following these steps, you can harness the power of automation using Make.com with Google Analytics, leading to more efficient data operations and the ability to focus on what's truly important—analyzing data and making informed decisions.