The WP Statistics plugin offers a feature to track the activity of logged-in users, including detailed insights like page views and other behavior. This feature is disabled by default to ensure privacy compliance and needs to be enabled manually if required. Below, you’ll find a step-by-step guide to activate this setting and important notes about privacy considerations.
Enabling the Logged-In User Tracking Feature
- Go to Settings > General in the WP Statistics dashboard.
- Under Tracking Options, check Track Logged-In User Activity.
- Click Save to apply the changes.
Once enabled, the activity of logged-in users will be tracked, including page views, linked to their WordPress User ID.
Privacy Compliance and Legal Considerations
When enabling this feature, it’s crucial to adhere to privacy regulations such as GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) or similar laws in your region. Here’s what you need to know:
- User Consent
Before activating the tracking for logged-in users, you must obtain explicit consent from your users. Consider using a compatible consent plugin or a similar tool to ensure compliance.
- Update Your Privacy Policy
Clearly state in your website’s privacy policy:- The purpose of tracking logged-in users.
- The type of data being collected (e.g., page views, WordPress User ID).
- How this data is processed and stored. Provide transparency to build trust with your users and comply with legal obligations.
For further guidance on privacy and data protection while using WP Statistics, please refer to our Privacy Compliance Guide.
