Plausible is a lightweight, open-source, privacy-focused web analytics tool that doesn't use cookies and doesn't require a cookie consent banner under GDPR. It provides a simple dashboard with the essential traffic metrics most sites need, without collecting personal data.
- Pricing
- Paid · from USD 9
Pros
- ✓ No cookie banner required
- ✓ Simple, uncluttered dashboard
- ✓ Lightweight script (fast page loads)
- ✓ Open-source and self-hostable
- ✓ GDPR-friendly by design
Cons
- ✕ Less granular than Google Analytics
- ✕ Fewer integrations than larger platforms
- ✕ No permanent free plan
Features
Cookieless AnalyticsSimple DashboardGoal TrackingCustom EventsUTM TrackingSelf-Hosting OptionOpen SourceLightweight Script
Use cases
- Privacy-Conscious Websites
- Bloggers
- SaaS Companies
- EU-Based Businesses
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