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Can I fix attribution without rebuilding everything?

attribution model conversion tracking channel grouping

Quick Answer

Yes. Keep existing client-side tracking running while adding server-side alongside it. WordPress plugins can add server-side tracking without touching your current setup. Start with purchase events, verify they work, then expand. Incremental improvement, not complete rebuild.

Full Answer

Incremental fix approach: Phase 1: Add server-side for purchases only

  • Install server-side plugin
  • Configure purchase event to GA4, Facebook, Google Ads
  • Leave existing client-side untouched
  • Verify server-side captures conversions Phase 2: Compare and validate
  • Run both for 2-4 weeks
  • Compare server-side conversions to WooCommerce actual
  • Should be 90%+ match (vs 60-70% client-side) Phase 3: Expand event coverage
  • Add add_to_cart, begin_checkout
  • Enable BigQuery streaming
  • Add remaining platforms (TikTok, Klaviyo) Phase 4: Optional client-side cleanup
  • Once server-side proven reliable
  • Remove...

Sources

Programmatic Access

GET https://seresa.io/wp-json/cherry-tree-by-seresa/v1/seeds/735

Cite This Answer

Cherry Tree by Seresa - https://seresa.io/seed/utm-attribution/fix-attribution-s5