event-tracking

Techniques and best practices for implementing client-side data tracking on web and mobile applications, including SDKs, virtual URLs, element selectors, event throttling, and handling browser quirks like ad-blockers and ITP/ETP.

This article provides an introduction to server-side tracking, highlighting the potential benefits and drawbacks of this approach compared to traditional client-side tracking. It covers the technical aspects of server-side data collection, including latency, schema, and cost trade-offs, as well as the implications for data privacy and compliance.

Julius Fedorovicius explains GA4’s event model, then builds custom click tracking step by step—ideal for learners who need practical instruction on sending site-specific interactions to GA4 through GTM.