Overview of the SealMetrics API
The SealMetrics API is a powerful tool for programmatically accessing data, reports, and KPIs from your analytics platform. This guide covers the essential information needed to start using the API effectively and includes examples to help you better understand it.
Getting Started with the API
API Endpoint: Please make sure you have access to the base URL for API calls.
Authentication: The API uses token-based authentication. Include your API key in the header for secure access.
Example Code (cURL):
bashCopy codecurl -X GET "https://api.sealmetrics.com/v1/reports" \ -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY"
Accessing Reports
The API provides access to various reports, including traffic analytics, user behavior, and performance metrics. You can request data such as:
Daily Traffic Reports: Obtain metrics on page views, unique visitors, and session duration.
Event Tracking Reports: Access data on custom user interactions for in-depth analysis.
Example Request for a Report:
bashCopy codecurl -X GET "https://api.sealmetrics.com/v1/reports/daily-traffic" \ -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY"
KPIs Available Through the API
SealMetrics allows you to track several key performance indicators (KPIs) for more insightful analysis:
Page Views: Total number of pages viewed by users.
Unique Visitors: Count of distinct visitors during a specified time period.
Session Duration: Average time spent by users on your website.
Conversion Rates: Percentage of users who complete desired actions on your site.
Example JSON Response:
jsonCopy code{ "reportDate": "2024-11-11", "pageViews": 1025, "uniqueVisitors": 874, "sessionDuration": "00:05:23", "conversionRate": "3.5%" }
Best Practices for Using the API
Rate Limiting: Be aware of any rate limits to prevent throttling.
Data Handling: Use secure storage for API keys and implement error handling in your applications.
Filtering Data: Apply filters to tailor your report data to specific periods, user segments, or events.
Conclusion
With these tools and tips, you can effectively harness the SealMetrics API to integrate analytics into your workflows, providing greater data management and insights flexibility.
For more detailed API documentation, refer to the SealMetrics API Documentation.