Built-in privacy analytics.
Free on every plan.
ZeroDeploy includes GDPR compliant analytics on every site you deploy — cookieless, first-party, and not blocked by ad blockers. No setup, no third-party scripts, no extra cost. A privacy-friendly alternative to Google Analytics, Plausible, and Netlify Analytics built into your hosting.
Last updated: February 20, 2026Zero setup. Zero cookies. Zero extra cost.
Every site you deploy gets privacy analytics automatically. Nothing to install.
The tracking script is first-party — served from your own domain at /_z/a.js. It weighs ~1KB, uses sessionStorage instead of cookies, and doesn't send data to any third party. Ad blockers and privacy extensions don't touch it because it's not a third-party request. This is analytics without cookies — no consent banner needed.
View your data in the dashboard, CLI (zerodeploy site stats), or REST API with typed SDK.
Privacy-friendly analytics without tradeoffs
Accurate traffic data. No compliance headaches. No extra bill.
First-party, not blocked
The analytics script is served from your own domain. No third-party requests. Ad blockers and privacy extensions don't touch it. You see your real traffic — not a filtered estimate missing 30-40% of visitors.
Cookieless — no banners needed
Sessions use sessionStorage, not cookies. No personal data is stored. No IP addresses logged. GDPR compliant analytics by design — CCPA too. Skip the cookie consent banner entirely.
~1KB script, zero performance impact
The entire analytics script is under 1KB. It loads in milliseconds and doesn't affect your Core Web Vitals. Google Analytics loads 45KB+. Even Plausible loads 1.5KB. Every kilobyte matters for page speed.
How it works
Three steps. Zero configuration.
Deploy your site
CLI: zerodeploy deploy. Dashboard: drag and drop your folder. GitHub: push to your connected repo.
Analytics start automatically
No script tags to add. No configuration files. No dashboard toggles. The first-party tracking script is injected and served from your domain the moment your site goes live.
View your data anywhere
Dashboard for visual charts. zerodeploy site stats for terminal workflows. REST API with typed SDK for custom integrations. --json output for scripts and automation.
Everything 80% of websites need
Comprehensive traffic metrics. Privacy-preserving by design.
| Category | Metrics |
|---|---|
| Traffic | Unique visitors, page views, requests, bandwidth, real-time current visitors |
| Engagement | Bounce rate, session duration, pages per visit |
| Content | Top pages, entry pages, exit pages, status codes, 404 not found pages |
| Sources | Referrer hostnames, UTM campaigns (source, medium, campaign) |
| Geography | Countries, cities |
| Technology | Browsers, operating systems, device types |
| Time series | 24-hour, 7-day, and 30-day views |
| Custom Events | Track any user action with _z.track(), auto-tracked outbound clicks, file downloads, form submissions |
| Goals | Conversion tracking for page views and custom events with conversion rates |
| Funnels | Multi-step funnel analysis with drop-off visualization (2-8 steps) |
| SPA support | Automatic pushState/popstate tracking for client-side routing |
What's not included
No A/B testing. No heatmaps or session recordings. No ecommerce tracking. No public dashboard sharing. No email reports.
ZeroDeploy analytics cover traffic essentials plus conversion goals, funnel analysis, and custom events. For advanced product analytics, pair with PostHog or Plausible alongside ZeroDeploy.
ZeroDeploy vs Google Analytics, Plausible, Fathom, and more
How privacy-friendly analytics compare at 100K pageviews per month.
| Feature | ZeroDeploy | Google Analytics | Plausible | Fathom | Vercel Analytics | Netlify Analytics |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price (100K/mo) | $0 (included) | $0 | $19/mo | $15/mo | Usage-based | Per-site add-on |
| Annual cost | $0 | $0 + compliance | $228/yr | $168/yr | Usage-based | Per-site add-on |
| Cookies required | No | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Consent banner needed | No | Yes (GDPR) | No | No | No | No |
| Script type | First-party | Third-party | Third-party | Third-party | Third-party | Server-side |
| Blocked by ad blockers | No | Yes (~30-40%) | Sometimes | Sometimes | Sometimes | No |
| Script size | ~1KB | 45KB+ | ~1.5KB | ~1.5KB | ~5KB | None (server) |
| Real-time visitors | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| SPA support | Auto (pushState) | Manual config | Plugin | Auto | Auto | No |
| CLI access | Yes | No | No | No | No | No |
| Typed API / SDK | Yes | Complex API | Yes | Yes | Limited | No |
| Hosting included | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
Looking for a Google Analytics alternative that doesn't require cookies or consent banners? ZeroDeploy includes GDPR compliant analytics in your hosting at no extra cost. It's also a free alternative to Plausible, Fathom, and Simple Analytics — the same privacy benefits without the separate subscription. And unlike Vercel Analytics or Netlify Analytics, there's no per-site fee and no event cap. One platform, one dashboard, zero extra cost.
Save $168-$290 per year on analytics
Stop paying for a separate analytics subscription. It's already included.
$228/yr
saved vs Plausible
$168/yr
saved vs Fathom
$290/yr
saved vs Matomo Cloud
Based on 100K pageviews/month pricing as of February 2026.
Analytics pricing: included on every plan
Free
- Full analytics on every site
- Unique visitors, page views, referrers
- Countries, browsers, devices
- UTM campaign tracking
- Custom events + auto events
- 3 goals, 1 funnel per site
- 30-day data retention
Pro — $29/mo
- Everything in Free
- 20 goals, 10 funnels per site
- 90-day data retention
- CLI + REST API access
- JSON export for automation
- Priority support
For context: Vercel Analytics is usage-based with overage charges. Netlify Analytics is a paid per-site add-on. Plausible starts at $19/month. ZeroDeploy includes full analytics on every plan, every site, at no extra charge.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to add any code for analytics to work?
No. Analytics are automatically enabled on every deployed site. The first-party tracking script is injected and served from your own domain. No script tags to add, no config files, no SDK to install.
Is ZeroDeploy analytics GDPR and CCPA compliant?
Yes. ZeroDeploy analytics don't use cookies, don't store IP addresses, and don't collect personal data. Sessions use a privacy-preserving hash that can't be traced back to individuals. No consent banner needed.
Can ad blockers block ZeroDeploy analytics?
No. The analytics script is served as a first-party resource from your own domain at /_z/a.js. Ad blockers and privacy extensions target third-party tracking scripts like Google Analytics, Plausible, and Fathom. First-party scripts aren't affected.
Is ZeroDeploy a good Google Analytics alternative?
For static sites and SPAs, yes. You get traffic, engagement, source, geographic data, conversion goals, and funnel analysis without cookies, consent banners, or data sent to Google. If you need ecommerce tracking, heatmaps, or session recordings, Google Analytics or PostHog may be a better fit.
How does ZeroDeploy analytics compare to Plausible or Fathom?
Similar privacy benefits — cookieless, GDPR compliant, simple interface. The key difference: ZeroDeploy analytics are included with your hosting at no extra cost. Plausible is $19/month and Fathom is $15/month for the same traffic level. Both are excellent standalone products if you host elsewhere.
Does it work with single-page apps like React, Vue, and Svelte?
Yes. The analytics script automatically detects client-side navigation via pushState and popstate events. Route changes in React Router, Vue Router, or SvelteKit are tracked as pageviews without any configuration.
Can I access analytics data programmatically?
Yes. Use the CLI (zerodeploy site stats --json) for terminal workflows, or the REST API with the typed JavaScript SDK for custom integrations and dashboards.
What data retention do I get?
Free plan: 30 days. Pro plan: 90 days. Both include the same analytics metrics — data retention is the only difference between plans.
Can I use ZeroDeploy analytics alongside Google Analytics?
Yes. The first-party analytics script doesn't conflict with other analytics tools. Many sites use ZeroDeploy for accurate, privacy-friendly traffic metrics and a separate tool like PostHog for product analytics or conversion tracking.
How do I get website analytics without cookies?
Deploy your site to ZeroDeploy. Analytics without cookies are included automatically on every plan. The tracking script uses sessionStorage instead of cookies, so no consent banner is required. You get visitors, page views, referrers, and geographic data — all without setting a single cookie.
Is ZeroDeploy a good Netlify Analytics or Vercel Analytics alternative?
Yes. Netlify Analytics is a paid add-on charged per site — costs add up fast with multiple sites. Vercel Analytics has a small free tier with overage charges beyond it. ZeroDeploy includes full analytics on every plan, every site, at no extra cost. If you're looking for a Vercel Analytics alternative or a Netlify Analytics alternative with no usage caps, ZeroDeploy is a strong fit.
Related reading
Learn more about privacy analytics and how ZeroDeploy compares.
Privacy analytics included on every site
Free to start. No credit card. Deploy your first site and see analytics immediately — no setup, no third-party scripts, no extra cost.