How to use the DigitalNZ metrics dashboard

The DigitalNZ metrics dashboard gives content partners an insight into collections, stories, and user interactions across the DigitalNZ platform.


Kia ora, please note that some metrics dashboard reports are currently unavailable.

1. Select a collection and a date range

Use the dashboard to find metrics about the different collections DigitalNZ brings together.

The DigitalNZ metrics dashboard

Begin by clicking on ‘All collections’ to choose a collection (some organisations have more than one), then define the date range. Select different date ranges to compare activity over time.

Export the data as a CSV file for your own analysis or reporting.

2. Explore the metrics

View up-to-date statistics on total items, new additions, public stories, and user interactions. The metrics provided include:

  • What’s new
    The number of new items added to DigitalNZ during a selected time period.

  • Items
    The total number of items available through the DigitalNZ API. This includes items that are not discoverable through the website.

  • Interactions
    The number of times a user has clicked through to the content source, or added an item to a story

  • Views and impressions
    The total number of times items have appeared in search results, been viewed in stories, or accessed via full item detail pages.

  • Stories
    The total number of public stories created. Stories with a status of ‘hidden’ or ‘private’ are not included in this number.

Still have questions? Contact the team at info@digitalnz.org.