Does Firebase Analytics & Crashlytics Work in China?

What is Firebase Analytics & Crashlytics?

Firebase Analytics and Crashlytics are tools for tracking user behaviour and monitoring app stability. Analytics offers anonymous event tracking, helping developers understand how users interact with their app. Crashlytics provides real-time crash reports and diagnostics, helping teams fix issues efficiently and improve app quality.

Is Firebase Analytics & Crashlytics Available in China?

No. Due to their reliance on Google servers, Firebase Analytics and Crashlytics are blocked in China. Data sent to Google endpoints is blocked by the Great Firewall, delayed, or never received, making tracking and debugging unreliable. Additionally, China’s strict data protection laws, including the Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL), prohibit sending personal data overseas without proper authorisation, putting developers at risk of non-compliance.

How AppInChina Can Help

AppInChina helps businesses trying to deploy Firebase Analytics in China by:

• Replacing Firebase Analytics services with local analytics and crash reporting tools. AppInChina recommends deploying UMENG (友盟) with an enterprise account. Opening an enterprise account with UMENG requires a Chinese Business License (营业执照); AppInChina can assist with opening an account for your company under our local entity.
• Ensuring your app’s data collection complies with PIPL.
• Maintaining performance and visibility for your app’s analytics within Chinese networks.

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