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How do I know which ads are actually working?

attribution model conversion tracking channel grouping

Quick Answer

Compare WooCommerce revenue by UTM source (your truth) against platform-reported conversions. Use unique coupon codes per campaign for definitive attribution. BigQuery analysis shows complete purchase data with original UTM source, unaffected by platform attribution models.

Full Answer

Finding what actually works: Method 1: Backend truth check

  • WooCommerce stores customer email, order details
  • Match orders to original traffic source (if captured)
  • This is ground truth—no attribution model bias Method 2: Coupon code attribution
  • Create unique codes per campaign: FACEBOOK25, GOOGLE10
  • 100% definitive attribution when used
  • Works regardless of tracking status Method 3: BigQuery analysis Method 4: Incrementality testing
  • Turn campaign off for geographic or time segment
  • Measure difference in conversions
  • Proves causation, not just correlation

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Cherry Tree by Seresa - https://seresa.io/seed/utm-attribution/fix-attribution-s6