Analytics & Tracking

Attribution

Quick Definition

Attribution is the methodology used to assign credit for a conversion across the various marketing touchpoints in a customer journey.

In context

Common models: last-click (default in older systems), first-click, linear, time-decay, position-based, and data-driven (GA4 default in 2026). Last-click chronically undervalues SEO; data-driven gives a more balanced view.

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