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August 9, 2024
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Clickstream TNT fields

  • August 9, 2024
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As part of our Target experimentation programme, I want to explore alternative ways to evaluate our tests by using our clickstream data. I want to understand the characteristics of our users when they first enter a test - device type, marketing channel, etc. 

 

Can I use the post_tnt_action field (structured as activityID:experienceID:targettype|event ), filtering for event = 0 for hits where users are first entered into the test? I can't get the count of unique visitors to match when using this method (using post_visid_low and post_visid_low and the usual recommended excluded hit filters).

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DhanA2
August 11, 2024

Hey @joshbligh3  Here’s a more detailed explanation regarding the issue with unique visitor counts when using the post_tnt_action field in Adobe Analytics:

Inflated Unique Visitor Counts

  • What Happens: When analyzing user data using the post_tnt_action field with the filter event = 0, each hit (or event) where a user enters a test is recorded. This can lead to inflated unique visitor counts because:
    • Each entry into the test is counted as a separate event.
    • If a user enters the test multiple times, each entry is recorded as a new unique visitor, even if they are the same individual.

Avoiding Duplication

  • Using Visitor ID Variables: To obtain accurate unique visitor counts, leverage the following variables:
    • s.visid_high: This variable captures the high part of the unique visitor ID. It helps identify unique visitors at a higher level.
    • s.visid_low: This variable captures the low part of the unique visitor ID, which complements the high part to form a complete unique identifier.

Why Use Visitor ID Variables?

  • De-duplication: By using s.visid_high and s.visid_low, you can ensure that each visitor is counted only once, regardless of how many times they enter the test. This provides a more accurate representation of unique visitors.
  • Consistency Across Reports: Using these visitor ID variables aligns your analysis with the way Adobe Analytics typically calculates unique visitors in other reports, ensuring consistency and reliability in your data.

 

Refer this: https://experienceleaguecommunities.adobe.com/t5/adobe-experience-cloud-questions/visid-high-and-visid-low/m-p/449703

Summary

In summary, when using the post_tnt_action field to analyze test entries, be cautious of inflated unique visitor counts due to multiple entries being counted separately. To achieve a more accurate count, utilize the s.visid_high and s.visid_low variables to de-duplicate visitors and ensure your analysis reflects true unique visitor behavior.

August 12, 2024

I'm afraid ChatGPT missed the mark here, this doesn't answer the question of how to identify the first time a visitor enters a Target test and whether post_tnt_action's event=0 can be used. Thanks