Installing Google Site Kit is an easy task that enables you to incorporate multiple Google services seamlessly into your WordPress site, including Analytics, Search Console, AdSense, and PageSpeed Insights. In this guide, I will walk you through the process of installing Google Site Kit on your WordPress website, drawing from my own personal experience and knowledge.
Step 1: Installing the Google Site Kit Plugin
To start, log in to your WordPress dashboard and navigate to the “Plugins” section on the left-hand menu. Click on “Add New” and search for “Google Site Kit.”
Once you find the Google Site Kit plugin, click on the “Install Now” button, and WordPress will automatically download and install the plugin for you. After the installation is complete, click on the “Activate” button to activate the plugin.
Step 2: Connecting Your Google Account
Once the plugin is activated, a new menu item called “Site Kit” will appear in your WordPress dashboard. Click on it to start the setup process. You will be prompted to connect your Google Account.
Click on the “Start Setup” button and sign in with your Google Account. Make sure to use the Google Account associated with the services you want to integrate with Google Site Kit.
Step 3: Verifying Your Website
After connecting your Google Account, the next step is to verify your website. Google Site Kit offers multiple verification methods, but the recommended method is to use the “URL Prefix” option.
Click on “Proceed” under the “URL Prefix” option, and Google Site Kit will automatically detect your website’s URL. Confirm that the detected URL is correct and click on the “Continue” button.
Step 4: Granting Permissions
In order to access the data from your Google services, Google Site Kit needs your permission. On the “Connect Service” page, you will see a list of the available Google services.
Click on the “Add New Service Account” button for each service you want to integrate. You will be redirected to Google, where you need to grant permissions for the plugin to access your data. Follow the on-screen instructions, click “Allow,” and then return to your WordPress dashboard.
Step 5: Configuring Site Kit
Once you have granted permissions for all the desired Google services, you can configure the integration settings. Each service will have its own configuration options, allowing you to choose which data you want to display on your WordPress dashboard.
Take some time to explore the different options and select the ones that are most relevant to you. You can always come back later to adjust these settings.
Step 6: Displaying Site Kit Data on Your Website
After completing the configuration, you can choose where you want to display the Google Site Kit data on your website. By default, Google Site Kit adds a dashboard widget that shows an overview of your site’s performance.
You can also add individual widgets for each Google service by navigating to “Appearance” > “Widgets” and dragging the desired widgets to your preferred widget areas.
Conclusion
Installing Google Site Kit on your WordPress website can greatly enhance your ability to monitor and optimize your site’s performance using various Google services. By following the steps outlined in this article, you should now have Google Site Kit up and running on your website. Enjoy the benefits of having valuable insights and analytics directly within your WordPress dashboard!