GoatCounter
Google Analytics alternative
GoatCounter is an open source web analytics platform that provides website owners with a privacy-friendly way to collect and analyze website traffic data. It is designed to be lightweight and easy to use, with a focus on simplicity, privacy, and user control. With GoatCounter, website owners can track basic statistics like page views, unique visitors, and referrers. The platform also provides more advanced features like real-time data, geolocation, and custom event tracking. All data collected by GoatCounter is stored locally on the website owner's server, and there is no third-party tracking or data sharing. One of the unique features of GoatCounter is its focus on privacy. The platform is designed to be GDPR and CCPA compliant, with features like IP address anonymization, Do Not Track support, and data retention policies. Additionally, website owners have full control over their data and can export it at any time. GoatCounter is built using modern technologies like Go and React, and is designed to be self-hosted or used with a hosting service. The platform is licensed under the AGPLv3 license, which means it can be used and modified for free, but any modifications must be made available under the same license.