What Are UTM Parameters?
UTM parameters (Urchin Tracking Module) are simple text tags added to the end of a URL. When a user clicks a tagged link, the parameters are sent to your analytics platform (like Google Analytics), allowing you to pinpoint exactly where your traffic comes from and measure campaign effectiveness.
The 5 UTM Parameters
Required
Campaign Source (utm_source) — Identify the source:
google, facebook, newsletter
Required
Campaign Medium (utm_medium) — The marketing medium:
cpc, email, social
Required
Campaign Name (utm_campaign) — Your campaign name:
spring_sale_2025
Optional
Campaign Term (utm_term) — Track paid search keywords:
running_shoes
Optional
Campaign Content (utm_content) — Differentiate ads or A/B test:
blue_banner
How to Use This Builder
- Enter your full website URL.
- Fill in the three required fields: source, medium, and campaign.
- Optionally add term and content for more granular tracking.
- Your tagged URL appears automatically in the output box.
- Click "Copy to Clipboard" and use it in your campaign.