Swetrix

Swetrix

Swetrix is an open-source, privacy-first web analytics platform that collects usage metrics without cookies or personal data. Scripts track page views, referrers, UTM parameters, and custom events using anonymized data. Offers a self-hostable alternative to Google Analytics with GDPR compliance by design.

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Overview

Swetrix is an open-source, privacy-first web analytics platform that tracks usage metrics without cookies or personal data. It offers a self-hostable alternative to traditional analytics tools.

What This Script Does

  • Tracks page views, unique visitors, and session duration without setting cookies
  • Captures referrer URLs, UTM parameters, and browser/device metadata
  • Records custom events defined by the site operator
  • Uses anonymized data collection methods that avoid storing personal identifiers
  • Makes network requests to Swetrix servers (or self-hosted instances) to transmit aggregated analytics data

Consent & Compliance

  • Category: Analytics
  • GDPR: Designed for GDPR compliance by default. Does not use cookies or store personal identifiers. May qualify for the analytics exemption under some interpretations of the ePrivacy Directive.
  • CCPA: Anonymized data collection minimizes personal information concerns.
  • ePrivacy: No cookies are set. Some data protection authorities consider cookieless analytics exempt from consent requirements, though interpretations vary.

Should You Block This Without Consent?

No. Swetrix is designed as a privacy-first analytics tool that does not use cookies or collect personal data. In most jurisdictions, it can run without prior consent. However, site operators in strict jurisdictions (e.g., France under CNIL guidance) may still choose to gate it behind analytics consent.

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Consent Categories

Analytics

Also Known As

Swetrixopen-source web analyticscookieless analyticsGoogle Analytics alternativeself-hosted analyticsGDPR analytics tool

Industries

Programming and Developer SoftwareComputers Electronics and Technology

Tracked Domains (1)

swetrix.orgAnalytics

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need consent to use Swetrix analytics?

Swetrix is a privacy-first analytics tool that operates without cookies or personal data collection. In most jurisdictions, consent is not strictly required since Swetrix uses anonymized data methods. However, some stricter interpretations of ePrivacy may still require notice for any device-level data access.

What information does Swetrix collect from visitors?

Swetrix tracks page views, unique visitors, and session duration without setting any cookies. It captures referrer URLs, UTM parameters, and basic browser and device metadata. All data is anonymized and no personal identifiers are stored. Custom events defined by the site operator can also be recorded.

How does ConsentStack categorize Swetrix on my site?

ConsentStack detects Swetrix's analytics script and places it in the analytics category. Because Swetrix is cookieless and privacy-focused, ConsentStack can be configured to allow it without prior consent. If strict mode is enabled, ConsentStack will still gate the script behind the analytics consent toggle.

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