Referral Traffic Setup Guide
Introduction
Welcome to the guide on organizing and managing referral traffic from Taboola on your WordPress website. This page will help you set up tracking, redirects, and optimize your site for the best performance.
Tracking Referrals with UTM Parameters
To track traffic coming from Taboola, use UTM parameters. Here’s how to set it up:
- Modify Your Taboola Campaign Links: Append UTM parameters to your URLs, e.g.
https://yourwebsite.com?utm_source=taboola&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=campaign_name
. - Verify Tracking: Ensure your analytics tool is configured to capture these UTM parameters.
Setting Up Redirects
Redirects can help manage and track traffic while preserving referrer information. Here’s how:
- Using a Redirection Plugin: Install the Redirection plugin and configure it to handle redirects.
- Server-Side Redirects: For advanced users, configure redirects in your
.htaccess
file for Apache or in your Nginx settings.
Optimizing for Referrals
Enhance the experience for users coming from Taboola:
- Install Analytics Plugins: Use MonsterInsights or Google Site Kit for better analytics integration.
- Create a Custom Landing Page: Design a tailored landing page for Taboola traffic.
- Monitor and Adjust: Regularly review traffic performance and adjust strategies accordingly.
Utilizing Plugins for Enhanced Tracking
Plugins can offer additional tracking features:
- Recommended Plugins:
- Redirection: For managing redirects.
- WP Rocket: For performance optimization.
- AffiliateWP: For managing affiliate traffic.
- Configure Plugins: Follow the setup instructions for each plugin.
Regular Maintenance
Keep your website updated and optimized:
- Regular Updates: Ensure WordPress, themes, and plugins are up-to-date.
- Monitor Analytics: Check analytics regularly to refine your strategy.