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Just as in other areas of a company, the <\/span>metrics<\/b> and <\/span>KPIs <\/b>are also extremely important data for the development of digital marketing strategies.<\/span><\/p>\n

Since everything is measurable online, <\/span>Key Performance Indicators<\/span><\/i> (KPIs) or<\/span> Key Performance Indicators<\/b> are an essential starting point for defining more effective actions, just like metrics. <\/span><\/p>\n

What, then, differentiates one criterion from the other? And how can each of them assist in achieving my business’s objectives?<\/span><\/p>\n

In this article, we have gathered everything you need to know about metrics and KPIs, as well as some practical examples within marketing for your project. Let’s take a look.<\/span><\/p>\n

Metrics and KPIs: what is the difference? <\/span><\/h2>\n

Before we discuss the definition of KPIs and metrics to monitor in your digital marketing strategy, we need to differentiate these two terms. <\/span><\/p>\n

The confusion is normal, but it’s important to know that they <\/span>are not the same thing.<\/b> Metrics are the <\/span>raw performance data of your project,<\/b> showing everything that happened across your different channels over a certain period.<\/span><\/p>\n

When some of these metrics become important for your business development and achieving set objectives, they can become Key Performance Indicators. <\/span><\/p>\n

In other words, KPIs are more related to <\/span>specific company results <\/b>and are essential for the decision-making process. <\/span><\/p>\n

They help redefine new paths and goals that lead to achieving the primary objective. Below, we provide some examples of indicators focused on digital marketing.<\/span><\/p>\n

How to choose the right KPIs for my business<\/span><\/h3>\n

If you have an online business, such as an ecommerce, or use the Inbound Marketing strategy to attract new clients, defining the right indicators makes all the difference for your success.<\/span><\/p>\n

First of all, <\/span>KPIs must be tied to your objectives, <\/b>and of course, this will depend on which growth stage your company is. Are you just starting and need to attract potential consumers, or are you already established in the market and need to retain them?<\/span><\/p>\n

For those who have just started an Inbound strategy, for example, it is important to pay attention to <\/span>metrics related to attraction,<\/b> such as<\/span><\/p>\n