Glossary

What is Attribution window?

An attribution window is how long after a click or view a sale can be credited to an ad.

Definition

An attribution window is how long after a click or view a sale can be credited to an ad.

Category: Tracking · Updated 1 Oct 2026 · BLITZ Campaign editorial

How do attribution windows work?

Meta defaults to 7-day click and 1-day view; GA4 uses its own model. Longer windows credit more sales to ads.

Why does it matter?

Different windows are a common reason Meta, Google and GA4 disagree. Compare like with like before judging a channel.

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