| Parameter | Required? | Example |
|---|---|---|
utm_source | Yes | hackernews, reddit, bluesky, newsletter |
utm_medium | Yes | social, referral, email, cpc |
utm_campaign | Yes | launch_2026, spring_sale |
utm_term | Optional | paid-search keyword |
utm_content | Optional | hero_cta vs footer_cta (A/B) |
Tip: keep values lowercase and consistent โ GA4 treats Reddit and reddit as two different sources, which fragments your reports.