How to Integrate Vercel Analytics and Vercel Speed Insights with Go Hugo Static Site Generator

Go Hugo, a popular static site generator, is a powerful tool for creating fast and reliable websites. Combining it with Vercel Analytics and Vercel Speed Insights can help you gain valuable insights into user behavior and site performance. This guide will walk you through integrating these tools into your Hugo-powered site.

Why Use Vercel Analytics and Speed Insights?

• Vercel Analytics: Offers privacy-focused, real-time insights into user interactions without cookies or invasive tracking.
• Vercel Speed Insights: Helps monitor and improve site performance, providing actionable insights for enhancing speed and user experience.

Step-by-Step Integration

1. Prerequisites

Ensure you have the following ready:

• A Hugo project set up and running.
• Your site hosted on Vercel.
• Basic knowledge of Hugo templates and configuration.

2. Update the Hugo Configuration

Add configuration flags for enabling Vercel Analytics and Speed Insights. Open your Hugo configuration file…