GA4 Checklist

Google Analytics Checklist – Audit and Fix Your GA4 Setup from Top to Bottom

A complete Google Analytics 4 setup and audit checklist — so you can trust your data, track the right events, and build reports that actually help you make decisions.

40+ Checks included
GA4 Setup + Audit Both use cases covered
Beginner to Advanced All skill levels
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What's Covered

Everything You Need to Set Up and Audit GA4 Correctly

From initial property setup to regular audit items — this checklist ensures your GA4 data is accurate, complete, and actionable.

Account & Property Setup

Property configuration, account structure, user access levels, and data retention settings — the foundation of a trustworthy GA4 implementation.

Data Stream Configuration

Web and app stream setup, Google tag verification, cross-domain tracking, and enhanced measurement settings confirmed and working.

Goals & Conversion Events

Key conversion events marked, thank-you page triggers verified, and conversion values assigned so every goal is measurable.

Custom Event Tracking

Scroll depth, button clicks, form submissions, video plays, and file downloads tracked via GTM or direct implementation.

Audience & Segment Building

Key audiences created — new vs. returning, converters, high-value users — and synced to Google Ads for remarketing.

Filters, Exclusions & Data Quality

Internal traffic filtered, bot traffic excluded, hostname filters applied — so your data only reflects real users on your site.

Looker Studio Connection

GA4 connected to Looker Studio with the right date ranges, dimensions, and metrics configured for your reporting needs.

Regular Audit Items

Monthly checks to catch data discrepancies, channel attribution changes, and new tracking gaps before they affect your decisions.

Who It's For

Built for Anyone Who Depends on GA4 Data

Whether you're setting up GA4 for the first time or auditing an existing property — this checklist tells you exactly what to check.

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Marketing Managers

Verify your GA4 is tracking correctly so you can trust the data you're basing your budget decisions on.

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Web Analysts & Developers

Use this as your standard implementation checklist — so every GA4 setup you deliver is complete and audit-ready.

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Agency Teams

Audit client GA4 properties with a repeatable process — catch gaps fast and document what's fixed for client confidence.

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Analytics Resources

Analytics Resources

Free tools and templates to use alongside this checklist.

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Google Analytics Report Template

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FAQ

Your Questions Answered

What format does the checklist come in?

The checklist is delivered as a downloadable file — clearly structured, easy to navigate, and ready to use straight away for both new GA4 implementations and existing property audits. No technical setup required. Open it, work through each section, and every GA4 configuration element is covered.

How do I receive the checklist after purchase?

It's sent directly to your inbox via email as soon as your purchase is confirmed. No account setup, no waiting — instant access, ready to use on your next GA4 setup or analytics audit.

Who is this GA4 checklist designed for?

It's built for anyone who depends on GA4 data to make decisions — marketing managers who need to trust their analytics before acting on it, web analysts and developers who want a complete implementation standard, and agency teams who need a repeatable audit process across multiple client properties.

What does the checklist actually cover?

40+ checks across 8 core GA4 setup and audit areas:

  • Account & property setup — property configuration, account structure, user access levels, and data retention settings
  • Data stream configuration — web and app stream setup, Google tag verification, cross-domain tracking, and enhanced measurement settings
  • Goals & conversion events — key conversion events marked, thank-you page triggers verified, and conversion values assigned
  • Custom event tracking — scroll depth, button clicks, form submissions, video plays, and file downloads via GTM or direct implementation
  • Audience & segment building — new vs. returning, converters, and high-value user audiences created and synced to Google Ads for remarketing
  • Filters, exclusions & data quality — internal traffic filtered, bot traffic excluded, and hostname filters applied so data reflects real users only
  • Looker Studio connection — GA4 connected with correct date ranges, dimensions, and metrics configured for reporting
  • Regular audit items — monthly checks for data discrepancies, channel attribution changes, and new tracking gaps before they affect decisions
Do I need advanced analytics knowledge to use this checklist?

No. The checklist is built for all skill levels — from marketing managers setting up GA4 for the first time to experienced web analysts auditing complex implementations. Each check is clearly explained so you know exactly what to verify and why it matters, whether you're working through an initial setup or diagnosing a data accuracy issue in an existing property.

Can I use this for auditing an existing GA4 property, not just new setups?

Yes — and that's one of its most valuable use cases. The checklist covers both initial implementation and regular audit items, so you can use it to verify a brand new GA4 setup is complete or to systematically audit an existing property for tracking gaps, misconfigured events, missing filters, and data quality issues that could be affecting your reporting accuracy right now.

Can I use this checklist across multiple client properties?

Absolutely. Just work through the checklist for each client's GA4 property, document what's passing and what needs fixing, and you have a clear audit trail for every account. Agency teams managing multiple GA4 implementations will find it especially useful for standardising setup quality, catching tracking gaps before they affect client decisions, and building confidence with clients by showing exactly what's been checked, verified, and fixed.