When does a user session begin?

A user session begins when the first user action is initiated. This means that the session is focused on the interactions a user has with the application, which can include clicks, form submissions, or any other actions that the user performs. This perspective aligns with the approach that measures the engagement and behavior of a user, crucial for understanding their journey within the application.

Recognizing the start of a session at the point of the first user action allows analytics to accurately reflect user engagement from the moment they interact with the application. This approach also captures sessions that may involve users who browse without logging in, emphasizing the importance of interaction over merely loading pages or starting the browser.

Defining a session this way supports better tracking and analysis of user behavior, as it allows for more meaningful insights into how users navigate and utilize the application after their initial engagement.