StatCounter

StatCounter

StatCounter is a real-time web analytics service used primarily by small and medium websites. The tracking script records page views, referrers, search keywords, and visitor geography. Data is displayed in the StatCounter dashboard and can be used to monitor traffic trends.

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Overview

StatCounter is a real-time web analytics service used primarily by small and medium-sized websites. It tracks page views, visitor geography, referrers, and search keywords.

What This Script Does

  • Records page views, unique visitors, and session duration
  • Captures referrer URLs and search keywords that brought visitors to the site
  • Logs visitor geographic location based on IP address
  • Sets a persistent cookie to distinguish new versus returning visitors
  • Makes network requests to StatCounter servers to transmit analytics data
  • Tracks exit links and download events

Consent & Compliance

  • Category: Analytics
  • GDPR: Sets persistent tracking cookies and collects IP-based geolocation data. Requires consent as it processes personal data for analytics purposes.
  • CCPA: Visitor tracking data constitutes personal information subject to disclosure requirements.
  • ePrivacy: Uses persistent cookies for visitor identification, requiring prior consent under the ePrivacy Directive.

Should You Block This Without Consent?

Yes. StatCounter sets persistent tracking cookies and collects personal data for analytics purposes. It should be blocked until the visitor provides consent for analytics tracking.

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Consent Categories

Analytics

Also Known As

statcounterstat counterweb analyticsvisitor trackingreal-time analyticswebsite stats

Industries

Computers Electronics and Technology

Tracked Domains (1)

statcounter.comAnalytics

Frequently Asked Questions

Does StatCounter require consent?

Yes. StatCounter sets persistent cookies to track unique and returning visitors, collects IP-based geolocation, and records referrers and search keywords. These are personal data under GDPR and ePrivacy, requiring analytics consent before the script loads.

What does StatCounter track on my site?

StatCounter records page views, unique visitors, session duration, referrer URLs, search keywords, and visitor geography based on IP. It sets a persistent cookie to distinguish new from returning visitors and logs exit links and download events.

How does ConsentStack handle StatCounter?

ConsentStack categorizes StatCounter as an analytics vendor and blocks its tracking script until the visitor consents to analytics. Once consent is granted, the script loads normally. Consent decisions are recorded so you can demonstrate compliance during audits.

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ConsentStack automatically detects and manages StatCounter trackers so your site stays compliant with global privacy regulations.

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