Pirsch

pirsch.io
Analytics
Few Days

The Best, Privacy-Friendly Google Analytics Alternative

How to Replace Pirsch

Overview

Pirsch is a privacy-friendly web analytics platform made and hosted in Germany that serves as a GDPR, CCPA, and PECR compliant alternative to Google Analytics. It offers cookie-free tracking, powerful analytics dashboards, and advanced features like A/B testing and conversion goal tracking without storing visitors' personal information.

Features

63 features across 16 categories

Analysis(4)

Funnel AnalysisPremium

Visualize and understand user journeys with intuitive funnel analysis

Saveable Filters (Views)

Save and reuse custom filters for efficient data analysis

Session Analysis

Drill down into individual sessions and explore in-depth session summaries

Time Period Comparison

Compare data across different time periods for trend analysis

Also in: Lexion, Ironclad, Juro

Collaboration(4)

Dashboard Sharing

Create unique access links to securely grant access to dashboards or make them public

Member Roles

Assign different roles to members for customized access and permissions

Team Management

Invite team members or clients via email, assign roles, and manage access permissions

TeamsPremium

Organize and manage multiple websites and people within Pirsch

Also in: Notion, Airtable, Obsidian

Customization(5)

Custom DomainsPremium

Use custom domains for branding and personalized user experiences

Custom FeaturesPremium

Get custom features built for your enterprise needs

Custom LogosPremium

Brand your analytics dashboards with custom logos for a professional look

Custom ThemesPremium

Personalize analytics experience with custom logos, colors, and custom domains

White LabelingPremium

Extensive white labeling options to offer clients a full web analytics solution under your brand

Also in: monday.com, Obsidian, Smartsheet

Data Management(7)

100% Data Ownership

Retain full ownership and control of your analytics data at all times

CSV Export

Export data to CSV format for further analysis and reporting

Data Migration

Import data from Plausible, Fathom, or Google Analytics in a few clicks

Fathom Analytics Import

Import data from Fathom Analytics to consolidate your analytics efforts

Google Analytics Import

Easily import existing data from Google Universal Analytics for seamless transition

Plausible Analytics Import

Transfer your existing data from Plausible Analytics with ease

Raw Data AccessPremium

Access to raw analytics data for enterprise customers

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Infrastructure(5)

Cloud Hosting (Germany)

Host your analytics data on secure and reliable cloud servers in Germany

Custom Cloud (Managed)Premium

Choose managed cloud services tailored to your specific requirements

German Data Hosting

All data is hosted on secure server clusters in Germany

Managed Cloud SetupPremium

Enterprise-level managed cloud setup and configuration

On-premise (Self-hosted)Premium

Opt for self-hosted deployment for complete control and privacy

Integration(9)

CMS Integrations

Plugins, libraries, and tutorials for popular CMSs, website builders, and programming languages

Easy Setup

Set up in minutes by adding a script to your site, using plugins, or via API backend integration

Google Search Console Plugin

Integrate data from Google Search Console for comprehensive analysis

RESTful API & SDKs

Access Pirsch data and functionality through RESTful APIs and software development kits

Script Proxies

Use script proxies for secure and efficient data collection

Server-side Integration

Integrate analytics tracking directly into your server-side applications

Webhooks

Native webhooks to stay up-to-date or trigger actions in other applications

Website Integration

Seamlessly integrate Pirsch Analytics with your website for streamlined data collection

WordPress Plugin

Easily integrate Pirsch Analytics with your WordPress website

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Notifications(2)

Traffic Spike Notifications

Get alerts when there is a spike in traffic to your site

Traffic Warning Notifications

Be notified when your site has had no traffic for a day

Also in: Jira Service Management, Juro, Smartsheet

Optimization(1)

A/B TestingPremium

Conduct A/B tests to optimize website performance using tags

Privacy & Compliance(3)

GDPR Compliance

Fully compliant with GDPR, CCPA, PECR, and Schrems II regulations

No Cookie Banner Required

Works without cookies, eliminating the need for consent banners

Privacy-Friendly Tracking

Cookie-free analytics that never stores visitors' personal identifiable information

Reporting(3)

Advanced Filtering

One-click filtering to easily explore statistics with intuitive controls

Automatic Email Reports

Receive automatic email reports with concise summaries of activities

Powerful Dashboard

Easy-to-use dashboard with powerful filters and visual data presentation

Security(1)

SAML-based Single Sign-OnPremium

Implement single sign-on for enhanced security and convenience

Segmentation(1)

Tag-based SegmentationPremium

Segment visitors using tags for targeted analysis and personalized insights

Sharing(2)

Public Dashboards

Share dashboards publicly for transparent data access and collaboration

Unique Access Links

Generate unique access links for controlled data sharing

Support(6)

Dedicated SupportPremium

Access dedicated support resources for personalized help including a private Slack channel

Email Support

Get assistance and guidance via email for prompt issue resolution

Online Marketing ConsultingPremium

Receive online marketing consulting as part of enterprise support

Online User TrainingPremium

Book online training sessions to maximize your team's proficiency

Personal OnboardingPremium

Receive one-on-one onboarding assistance for a smooth transition

Priority SupportPremium

Receive priority assistance from the Pirsch Analytics support team

Tools(2)

Advanced URL ShortenerPremium

Enhanced URL shortener with additional capabilities

URL Shortener

Shorten and reliably track inbound URLs with referrer and UTM parameters

Tracking(8)

404 Page Tracking

Identify and address broken links with 404 page tracking

Client Hints

Receive more accurate information about browsers and operating systems

Conversion Goal Tracking

Monitor and optimize conversion goals to improve website performance

Custom Event MetricsPremium

Define custom metrics for in-depth event tracking and analysis

E-commerce Revenue TrackingPremium

Track and analyze revenue generated from e-commerce activities

Event Tracking

Track custom events like button clicks, checkouts, and signups

File Download Tracking

Monitor downloads of files hosted on your website

Outbound Link Tracking

Track clicks on outbound links to measure engagement

Pricing

Standard

$6/month (10,000 monthly page views)
  • 50 Websites
  • Unlimited Members
  • Unlimited Data Retention
  • Events & Conversion Goals
  • Session Analysis
  • Built-In URL Shortener
  • RESTful API & SDKs
  • GDPR Compliance
  • 100% Data Ownership
  • Google Analytics Import
  • Dashboard with Powerful Filters
  • Time Period Comparison
  • Saveable Filters (Views)
  • Custom Event Tracking
  • Conversion Goal Tracking
  • Outbound Link Tracking
  • File Download Tracking
  • 404 Page Tracking
  • Automatic Email Reports
  • Google Search Console Plugin
  • Traffic Spike Notifications
  • Traffic Warning Notifications
  • Client Hints
  • Website Integration
  • Server-side Integration
  • Native Webhooks
  • Script Proxies
  • WordPress Plugin
  • Public Dashboards
  • Unique Access Links
  • Member Roles
  • Custom Domains
  • GDPR Compliance
  • 100% Data Ownership
  • Google Analytics Import
  • Plausible Analytics Import
  • Fathom Analytics Import
  • CSV Export
  • Cloud (Germany)
  • Email Support
  • Community Support

Plus

Popular
$12/month - Best Value
  • Everything in Standard
  • Unlimited Websites
  • Funnels
  • Advanced URL Shortener
  • Teams
  • A/B Testing & Segmentation
  • Custom Domains
  • Custom Themes
  • Extensive White Labeling
  • Priority Support

Enterprise

Custom
  • Everything in Plus
  • Managed Cloud Setup
  • On-premise Installation
  • SAML-based Single Sign-On
  • Raw Data Access
  • Personal Onboarding
  • Online User Training
  • Online Marketing Consulting
  • Custom Features
  • Dedicated Support

Cost Calculator

Keep Paying Pirsch

Monthly$6/mo
Yearly$72/yr
5-Year Total$360

Build It Yourself

Est. Build Time~7 hrs
Hosting$20/mo
DifficultyEasy

Total Cost Comparison

1 Year
SaaS
$72
DIY
$240
3 Years
SaaS
$216
DIY
$720
5 Years
SaaS
$360
DIY
$1.2k

DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 63 features at easy complexity.

Build vs Buy

Should you build a Pirsch alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 63 features.

Buy Pirsch

Better Value
Monthly cost$60/mo
3-year total$2,160
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

Development cost$48,000
Maintenance$720/mo
3-year total$73,920
Dev time~4 months

Buying Pirsch saves ~$71,760 over 3 years vs building.

Estimates based on 63 features and a BuildScore of 4/5. Actual costs vary.

Integrations

6 known integrations