The glossary

UTM

Campaign parameters added to URLs so compatible analytics systems can identify campaign traffic.

Campaign parameters added to URLs so compatible analytics systems can identify campaign traffic.

A practical example

A newsletter link can identify its source, medium and campaign while an optional content value distinguishes a particular placement.

What to watch for

Use consistent names and avoid personal information. Tags describe a visit’s label, not proof that a campaign caused an incremental sale.

Explore Google Analytics (GA) and Return on Ad Spend (ROAS). Try our UTM link builder for a practical next step. See how this fits into Web development.