UTM parameters are short tags you add to a URL to track where traffic comes from. They help attribute clicks and conversions by source and channel, so you can see which efforts actually work.
This identifies the specific source of your traffic, such as a social media platform, email newsletter, or search engine.
Examples: twitter, newsletter, google
This describes the general category of the traffic source, helping you understand which channels drive the most engagement.
Examples: social, email, cpc
This helps you track performance of individual marketing campaigns, product launches, or promotional events.
Examples: launch_q3, black_friday, waitlist
These parameters are used for more detailed tracking and A/B testing. They're optional but can provide valuable insights for specific use cases.
Used primarily for Google Ads and other paid search platforms to track which specific keywords are driving traffic.
Examples: react course, project management
Used to test different versions of ads, emails, or other content to see which performs better.
Examples: banner_a, cta_variant_b, text_link