How to connect Plausible Analytics to a Turbosite website

Plausible is a privacy-friendly alternative to Google Analytics. It is a lightweight script (~1 KB), does not use cookies, and is GDPR-compliant without consent banners. It is suitable for websites with a European audience or those who value user privacy. It is a paid service ($9–19/month) with a 30-day trial period. Installation takes 5 minutes.

What you will need

A Plausible account — register at plausible.io (30-day trial period)
A published website on Turbosite
5 minutes

Step 1. Add your website to Plausible

Register at plausible.io and log in to your dashboard.
Click ”+ Add a website”.
Fill in the details:
- Domain — your domain (without https://, for example mysite.com).
- Timezone — your time zone.
Click “Add snippet”.

📷 Screenshot: the window for adding a website in Plausible.

Step 2. Copy the script code

In the next step, Plausible will show you the JavaScript code:

<script defer data-domain="mysite.com" src="https://plausible.io/js/script.js"></script>

Copy the entire code.

📷 Screenshot: page with the tracking code and a copy button.

Step 3. Insert the code into Turbosite

Open your website in Turbosite.
Go to Site Settings → Integrations → HTML code in <head> (this is a service part of the page — visitors do not see it, but scripts from there are loaded when the site is opened).
Paste the Plausible code into the field.
Save the changes.
Publish the website.

Step 4. Verify that the tracker is working

Open your published website in a new tab.
Return to Plausible → your website’s dashboard.
In the “Realtime” section, 1 active visitor (you) should appear within a minute.

If there is no data, check that the code is complete, the site is published, and there are no ad blockers (though Plausible is often not blocked, unlike Google and Yandex).

FAQ

How does Plausible differ from Google Analytics? Plausible is simple and private: one page with all the main metrics, no cookies, and no need for a GDPR consent banner. GA4 is more powerful and complex, but requires consent and is blocked by privacy extensions.

Do I need a cookie banner when using Plausible? In most cases, no. Plausible does not use cookies and does not collect personal data, which complies with GDPR requirements. However, it is best to consult a lawyer regarding specific legal requirements for your country.

How much does it cost? A paid subscription starts at $9/month (10K views per month). There is a 30-day free trial. Learn more on the pricing page.

Can I track events and conversions? Yes. Plausible has Custom Events — they are configured using a small piece of JavaScript code. Details can be found in their documentation.

Are there alternatives to Plausible with similar features? Yes: Fathom Analytics, Simple Analytics, and Umami (open-source). All are privacy-friendly. The choice depends on price and features.

Where to look next

Plausible Documentation — official help center
How to add a website — details on script installation
Custom Events — conversion tracking

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