How to Activate AutoTag for Cross-Domain Tracking

AutoTag is AnyTrack's automatic conversion tracking feature that helps you track user interactions across different domains and platforms. By adding simple HTML attributes to your links, AutoTag automatically captures and tracks conversions without requiring complex manual setup.

What is AutoTag?

AutoTag automatically generates tracking parameters when users click on tagged links, enabling accurate attribution and conversion tracking across domains. This is essential for:

• Cross-domain tracking: Following users as they navigate between different websites
• Conversion attribution: Understanding which traffic sources lead to actual conversions
• Campaign performance: Measuring the effectiveness of your marketing campaigns

Key Terms

• atrefid: AnyTrack's referral ID parameter for cross-domain tracking
• atclid: AnyTrack's click ID parameter used in property settings
• rel attribute: HTML attribute that specifies the relationship between the current page and the linked resource

AutoTag Implementation Methods

Method 1: Cross-Domain Tracking with rel="anytrack"

This method generates an atrefid parameter for tracking users across different domains.

When to use: When you want to track visitors moving from your website to an external domain (like an affiliate network or partner site).

Implementation:

<a href="https://utmhq.com/" rel="anytrack" title="Create a UTM tracking template">
  Create a UTMHQ Tracking Template
</a>

Live example:

Result: When clicked, this link automatically appends the atrefid parameter to track the visitor's journey to the external domain.

Method 2: Cross-Domain via Property Settings

This method generates an atclid parameter and is configured through your AnyTrack property settings rather than the HTML rel attribute.

When to use: When you have multiple links to the same domain and want to manage tracking centrally through your AnyTrack dashboard.

Implementation:

<a href="https://utm.new" title="Create a UTM tracking template">
  Create a UTM Tracking Template
</a>

Live example:

Setup required: Configure the target domain in your AnyTrack property settings to enable automatic atclid generation.

Method 3: Affiliate Network Integration (HasOffers)

This method is specifically designed for HasOffers affiliate network tracking.

When to use: When working with HasOffers-based affiliate programs that require specific tracking parameters.

Implementation:

<a href="https://trafficker.io" rel="hasoffers" title="Create a UTM tracking template">
  Create a UTM Tracking Template
</a>

Live example:

Result: Automatically generates HasOffers-compatible tracking parameters for proper affiliate attribution.

Next Steps

1. Choose your method: Select the AutoTag method that best fits your tracking needs
2. Test your implementation: Verify that tracking parameters are being generated correctly
3. Monitor performance: Use your AnyTrack dashboard to analyze conversion data and attribution

Need Help?

If you're unsure which method to use or need assistance with setup, consult your AnyTrack dashboard documentation or contact support for personalized guidance.