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Independent Analytics vs Statcounter: catalog facts
Independent Analytics	Statcounter
Freemium Free version available; paid plans add further reports and features.	Freemium Free web stats are offered, with paid upgrades listed on the pricing page.
Web, Self-hosted	Android, Web
Runs inside WordPress with no external dashboard Simple reports for pages, referrers, geography and devices	Real-time view of individual visitor journeys Session replay and click fraud detection
Works only with WordPress sites Several reports require a paid plan	Hosted only; visitor data is stored by Statcounter Advanced features sit behind paid upgrades
Self-hosted	Downloadable app, Hosted service
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Needs internet
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026

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