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Measurement & Attribution
Tracking Pixel
A small piece of code that records a page view or event for measurement or targeting.
By Brandon Mina·CEO, BrandPilot AI·Updated November 2026
Short answer
A tracking pixel is a small piece of code, often a tiny invisible image or script, that records a page view or event when it loads. Advertisers and analytics tools use pixels to measure conversions, build retargeting audiences and optimize campaigns. Their use is increasingly shaped by browser restrictions and privacy regulations.