How do I use GA4 DebugView?

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Enable debug_mode in gtag config or add ?_d=1 to URL parameters. Then go to GA4 → Configure → DebugView to see events fire in real-time. DebugView shows event parameters, user properties, and validation errors. Essential for testing before going live.

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Using GA4 DebugView: Enable debug mode: Or add to any page URL: Access DebugView: GA4 → Configure → DebugView What you see:

Events as they fire
Event parameters
User properties
Errors and warnings Testing workflow: 1. Enable debug mode 2. Open DebugView 3. Trigger events on site 4. Watch them appear in DebugView 5. Verify parameters correct DebugView events don't count in reports—safe for testing.

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