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Understand user behavior with heatmaps and recordings

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August 27, 2024 at 2:21:57 AM

What is Hotjar?

Hotjar is a comprehensive website heatmaps and behavior analytics tool designed to provide deep insights into user interactions on your site. By visualizing where users click, scroll, and spend the most time, Hotjar helps you understand user behavior beyond traditional analytics. Trusted by over 1.3 million websites in 180+ countries, Hotjar offers a suite of tools to optimize user experience and drive conversions.

Features

Hotjar combines multiple features into one powerful platform:

  • Heatmaps: Visualize user interactions to identify which parts of your pages are most engaging.
  • Recordings: Watch real user sessions to see how visitors navigate your site.
  • Surveys: Collect direct feedback from users to understand their needs and preferences.
  • Feedback: Use on-page feedback widgets to gather instant reactions from visitors.
  • Interviews: Conduct live user interviews to gain in-depth insights.
  • Integrations: Seamlessly connect with tools like Google Analytics, Unbounce, and Zapier for enhanced functionality.

Use Cases

Hotjar is versatile and can be used across various scenarios:

  • Optimization: Identify high-impact changes by analyzing user interactions and feedback.
  • Problem Detection: Spot issues causing users to bounce before completing critical actions like signups or checkouts.
  • User Research: Conduct surveys and interviews to gather qualitative data directly from users.
  • Conversion Rate Improvement: Use heatmaps and recordings to understand what drives conversions and optimize accordingly.
  • Team Collaboration: Share insights and recordings with your team to build a compelling case for changes and improvements.

Hotjar provides a flexible pricing structure to cater to businesses of all sizes, ensuring that you can scale your analytics capabilities as your needs grow.

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