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GoatCounter
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Minimal open-source web analytics with a free hosted tier
19 reviews
Free tierHas API
GoatCounter is analytics stripped to the essentials. Free for personal use, incredibly lightweight, and ethical. If you just want pageview counts, this is perfect.
What's great
- Free for non-commercial use
- Extremely lightweight
- No cookies or tracking
Watch out for
- Very minimal features
- No custom events
- Basic referrer data only
Quick Facts
Founded2019
PricingFrom $15/mo (commercial)
Free tierYes
Platformsweb
APIAvailable
CategoryAnalytics & Data
Q: What is GoatCounter?
GoatCounter is a minimal, open-source analytics tool with a generous free hosted tier. No tracking, no cookies, just simple page view counts and referrer data.
Q: How much does GoatCounter cost?
GoatCounter starts at $15/mo (commercial). A free tier is available with Free for non-commercial use.
Q: Who is GoatCounter best for?
GoatCounter is best for personal sites and blogs wanting free, simple analytics.
Q: Is GoatCounter free?
Yes, GoatCounter is completely free and open source.
Best for
Personal sites and blogs wanting free, simple analytics
Not ideal for
Businesses needing conversion tracking or events
Free
Free for non-commercial use
Starter
$15/mo (commercial)
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Last updated: August 2026
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