On-premises, also known as self-hosted, is a setup that allows databases and software to be implemented 100% on your own infrastructure. In practice, it means knowing where your data is stored, how it’s handled, and who gets hold of it. This is because you keep the data on your servers. In this way, you avoid the risk of sharing data with third parties.
With on-premises hosting, you get complete control and ownership. This translates into better security and more flexibility in using the data. Finally, you gain better efficiency, scalability and support.
More about the hosting options you can choose from:
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Why Shopify stores need privacy-compliant analytics
Shopify store owners depend on analytics to track sales, understand customer behavior, and measure marketing performance. However, as privacy regulations like GDPR, CCPA, and the ePrivacy Directive evolve — and as consumers become more aware of how their data is used — traditional analytics platforms pose increasing risks. Tools that rely on third-party cookies and…
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Piwik PRO vs. Google Analytics for Shopify: A comparison
If you’re running a Shopify store, your analytics tool should do more than just count visits, it should give you complete, accurate data you can use to grow. While Google Analytics 4 (GA4) remains a popular default, many merchants discover its limitations too late: missing transactions, inconsistent reporting, lack of flexibility, and difficulty activating data…
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