Hardal vs Elevar

Hardal compares to Elevar for ecommerce server-side tracking, data layer management, and first-party measurement. Elevar is a managed SaaS solution optimized for Shopify brands, while Hardal becomes the server-side data infrastructure you own and control, supporting Shopify and beyond.

Server-side tracking architecture
Web analytics	Native
Shopify integration
Mobile app tracking
Marketing Attribution Report
Data ownership	100% first-party	Shared
Self-hosted option
Conversions API (Meta, Google, TikTok)
Custom event parameters		Flexible
Offline/Online data matching
Multi-platform	Web + mobile	Web only
GDPR/CCPA compliance
Auto PII hashing
Custom destinations	Yess
Platform focus	Multi-platform	Shopify-first

Details above are indicative, based on publicly available information. Please always verify with each vendor's latest documentation and pricing.

When to use Hardal vs Elevar

• Choose Hardal when you need complete data ownership and control with server-side measurement across web and mobile with cookieless tracking. Essential for brands with custom storefronts, mobile apps, or those requiring data to stay on their own infrastructure.

• Choose Elevar when you're a Shopify-native brand looking for a managed, turnkey server-side tracking solution with minimal technical setup and don't need data ownership or multi-platform measurement.

You typically choose one or the other since both solve server-side tracking. Hardal makes sense when you outgrow Shopify-specific solutions and need infrastructure you control across all platforms.