What custom dimensions can I track?

You can track author, category, post type, tags, publication date, word count, and logged-in status as custom dimensions. These attributes are sent to Google Analytics for granular content performance analysis.

How do I set up custom dimensions?

Configure the dimension mapping in MonsterInsights settings. You select which WordPress attributes map to which GA4 custom dimension slots. Then create matching custom dimensions in your Google Analytics property.

Can I track content performance by author?

Yes, the author dimension lets you create GA4 reports showing traffic, engagement, and conversions broken down by individual content authors. This is valuable for multi-author blogs and publications.

Does it work with GA4?

Yes, the addon supports GA4 custom dimensions. You configure the dimension mapping in MonsterInsights and create corresponding event parameters in your GA4 property settings.

Is MonsterInsights required?

Yes, this is an addon for MonsterInsights and requires MonsterInsights to be installed and activated. It extends the MonsterInsights tracking code with custom dimension data.

Track custom dimensions and metrics in Google Analytics through MonsterInsights

MonsterInsights - Dimensions Addon

Name: MonsterInsights - Dimensions Addon
Brand: PluginTheme
SKU: PT2176
Price: 4.49 USD
Availability: InStock

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v2.2.1

Nov 11, 2025

MonsterInsights Dimensions Addon enables tracking custom dimensions like author, category, post type, and tags in Google Analytics for deeper content performance analysis.

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What is MonsterInsights - Dimensions Addon?

MonsterInsights Dimensions is a WordPress plugin that adds custom dimension tracking to Google Analytics, enabling analysis by author, category, post type, tags, and other content attributes for deeper content performance insights. Available at PluginTheme.net with instant download and GPL license.

Key Features

Author Tracking

Analyze content performance by individual author

Category Dimensions

Track traffic and engagement by content category

Content Attributes

Post type, format, word count, and date dimensions

Automatic Mapping

WordPress data flows to GA4 dimensions automatically

Who is this for?

Content publishers, blog networks, multi-author sites, and marketing teams using MonsterInsights who need granular analytics breakdowns by author, category, and content attributes.

Pros

Track content performance by author and category
Automatic dimension data without manual coding
Post type and format tracking for content analysis
Publication date and word count dimensions
Easy configuration through MonsterInsights settings

Cons

•Requires MonsterInsights as a dependency
•Google Analytics custom dimension slots are limited
•Requires GA4 custom dimension setup in Google Analytics

Product Description

MonsterInsights Dimensions Addon adds custom dimension tracking to Google Analytics through MonsterInsights. It lets you track content attributes like author, category, post type, tags, and publication date as custom dimensions for more granular analytics reporting.

Key Capabilities

Author dimension tracking for content performance by writer
Category and tag dimension tracking
Post type and format tracking
Publication date and word count dimensions
Custom dimension support for additional data points

Analytics Depth

Standard Google Analytics shows page views and traffic sources but lacks content-level detail. With dimensions, you can answer questions like which author drives the most traffic, which categories convert better, and how content length affects engagement.

Configuration

The addon provides a settings interface where you map WordPress content attributes to Google Analytics custom dimension slots. Once configured, dimension data flows automatically without additional coding or manual tracking.

Our Verdict

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8/10

Valuable addon for content-focused sites that need to understand performance beyond page-level metrics. Author and category dimensions are particularly useful for multi-author publications.