This article explains definition differences across source, visitor, session and IP
details so users can choose the right report.
Interface example. Actual console display may vary.
Interface example. Actual console display may vary.
When to use
Use it when source, visitor, session and IP detail definitions are easy to mix
up, so you can read reports in the right order.
Steps
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Source answers "where visits come from" and helps evaluate channel
contribution and entry quality.
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Visitor answers "who returns repeatedly" and helps observe return
behavior, devices and basic profile.
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Session answers "how one visit happens" and reconstructs page order and
exit position.
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IP answers "which network exit it comes from" and supports
concentrated-traffic or anomaly clues.
Notes
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This article explains concept boundaries and is not a feature tutorial or
troubleshooting workflow.
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When conclusions differ, return to the analysis goal first, then choose the
matching report.