Best Analytics Tools for Indie Developers
Track user behavior, monitor uptime, and measure growth without enterprise pricing.
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FAQ
What is the best free analytics tool?
PostHog offers a generous free tier with 1M events per month, including session replays and feature flags. Plausible is privacy-focused but starts at $9/month.
Do I need Google Analytics?
Not necessarily. Many indie developers prefer Plausible or PostHog because they are privacy-friendly (no cookie banner needed) and simpler than GA4. Google Search Console is still useful for SEO monitoring.
What is session replay?
Session replay lets you watch recordings of how real users interact with your app. PostHog includes this in its free tier. It helps you find UX issues that metrics alone cannot reveal.
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