Reply To: Google Analytics – Huge spike in traffic from Poland

[Mohamed Allam]

If you’ve already logged the issue with Google through their feedback form and haven’t received a response yet, there are a few steps you can take to try to address the issue:

Check Google Analytics Help Center: Google often provides guidance and troubleshooting steps for common issues in their Help Center. Search for articles related to your specific problem to see if there are any recommended solutions.

Community Forums: Look for forums or communities where other Google Analytics users discuss similar issues. You may find valuable insights or solutions from other users who have experienced the same problem.

Contact Google Support: While Google’s support options for Google Analytics may be limited compared to their paid services, there are still ways to contact support directly. Visit the Google Analytics support page and look for any contact options available, such as live chat, email support, or phone support.

Review Analytics Settings: Double-check your Google Analytics settings to ensure that they are configured correctly. Make sure that your filters, views, and settings are properly set up to filter out any spam or irrelevant data.

Explore Third-Party Solutions: There are third-party tools and services available that specialize in filtering out spam and bot traffic from Google Analytics reports. Consider exploring these options if you continue to experience issues with spam traffic.

Implement Filters: In Google Analytics, you can create filters to exclude certain types of traffic from your reports. Research and implement filters specifically designed to exclude known bot-based referral spam and fin more details here: https://www.gadgiz.com/

Stay Informed: Keep an eye on Google’s official announcements, blog posts, and updates related to Google Analytics. Google may release new features or updates that address common issues like referral spam.

Be Patient: Sometimes, it may take time for Google to respond to feedback or address issues reported by users. While waiting for a response, continue to monitor your analytics data and explore alternative solutions.

By taking these steps and staying proactive, you can work towards resolving the issue with spam traffic in your Google Analytics reports.