MonsterInsights
2M+ active installs · Rated 4.5/5 · Updated September 16, 2026
A plugin that connects WordPress to Google Analytics and shows key reports inside the WordPress dashboard. It enables tracking features with a few clicks rather than manual code, and is listed here for its role in handling analytics alongside cookie consent. It suits site owners who want readable statistics without a developer. A free lite version is available, and paid Pro plans add advanced tracking such as eCommerce reports.
Pros
- Adds Google Analytics tracking without code
- Traffic overview and popular posts in wp-admin
- Free core with a guided connect flow
Cons
- Reports depend on connecting a Google account through the vendor service
- Advanced reporting and ecommerce need the paid Pro version
- Admin shows upsell notices for Pro
Topics: GDPR & Cookie plugins , Google Analytics plugins
Mentioned in
- Best Google Analytics WordPress Plugins (Free and Paid)
- Best GDPR & Cookie WordPress Plugins (Free and Paid)
- 20+ Must Have WordPress Plugins – Essential Plugins for Professional WordPress Websites
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