goatcounter.com

goatcounter

Source record captured. Niched has not assigned a buyer recommendation.

watchlistPrivacy-friendly analytics for a simple marketing siteOpen sourceOtherAs of Jul 31, 2026

Current research state

Source record captured. Niched has not assigned a buyer recommendation.

Suggested for Privacy-friendly analytics for a simple marketing site. The assignment is auto_assigned and has not become a recommendation.

GitHub stars: 5.9K
Lifecycle context: watchlist
Evidence freshness: As of Jul 31, 2026

What is verified

A dated open source signal.

GitHub reports 5.9K repository stars as of Jul 31, 2026. Stars indicate adoption, not product quality or buyer fit.

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Not ideal for

Any buyer treating popularity or traction as proof of fit.

This product is visible in All jobs, but it has no reviewed recommendation.

What would change the verdict

The decision is allowed to move.

A reviewed niche assignment, comparable product evidence, pricing, and buyer outcomes.

Observed facts

What is measurable today.

arp242/goatcounter ↗

GitHub stars: 5.9K
Forks: 267
Open issues: 42
Last commit: 12 days ago
Repository age: 7 years
Primary language: Go
License: Other
Open source: Yes

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