Matomo 5.8.0, our latest minor release, delivers a major new capability: dedicated reports for tracking AI chatbot traffic. The release also improves reporting and exports, and core backend updates to enhance performance, API behaviour, and platform stability.

Release Highlight

AI is reshaping traffic – measure the shift in AI Chatbot reports

AI-driven tools are redefining how website traffic is generated and consumed. Human visits alone no longer represent total site activity, as AI chatbots crawl, retrieve, and use website content to generate answers.

This release introduces dedicated AI Chatbot reports that isolate and measure automated chatbot activity separately from human visits. AI chatbot tracking includes:

• Dedicated AI Chatbots Overview and Over Time reports in the AI Assistants report menu.
• Telemetry ingestion via the HTTP Tracking API, with support for Cloudflare, Amazon CloudFront, and WordPress.
• On the All Websites dashboard, the Total AI Chatbots Requests shows the total number of AI chatbot requests for all tracked sites.
• The dashboard Total Hits metric now includes the total of human visits and AI chatbot requests across all tracked sites.

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Tickets closed in Matomo 5.8.0

AI Bot tracking

• #23973 BotTracking NoData page [by @mneudert, @sgiehl]

Reporting and UI improvements

• #19218, #24113 Display tooltip on the gear green icon at the bottom of reports. [by @georgebuilds, @sgiehl]
• #21996, #24050 Improve format of time-based metrics for scheduled reports. [by @chippison, @sgiehl]
• #24049, #22067 Export | Enhanced visibility of TSV format option for Excel. [by @chippison]
• #24045 Enhance options when exporting in CSV and TSV. [by @chippison, @sgiehl]
• #24054 Hide segmented visits log for empty page action values. [by @sgiehl]

Core improvements

• #24056 Update DDEV config to support v1.25.0 (Debian Trixie). [by @mneudert, @caddoo]
• #24069 Phase out legacy DataTable deserialization. [by @mneudert, @sgiehl]
• #24073 Add centralised conflict validation in AuthenticationToken. [by @sgiehl, @caddoo]
• #24082 Use request arrays instead of query strings for Request class. [by @sgiehl]
• #24083 Remove invalid throws notations. [by @sgiehl]
• #24087 Add is_temporary flag to archiving metrics. [by @caddoo, @nathangavin]
• #24090 Improve unserialization array traversal. [by @mneudert, @sgiehl]
• #24095 Apply upsteam fixes to Authenticator. [by @sgiehl]
• #24103 Support token_auth with higher access for configurable Module.Action endpoints. [by @mneudert]
• #20652, #24117 Fixed handling of missing action types in VisitorDetails classes. [by @sgiehl]
• #21185, #24117 Fixed warnings in visits log: Trying to access array offset on value of type null. [by @sgiehl]
• #24109, #24117 Fixed warning: Trying to access array offset on null. [by @sgiehl]
• #24063 Fixed BarGraph tooltip. [by @sgiehl]
• #24104 Fixed missing SimpleTable processed report metadata. [by @mneudert, @sgiehl]
• #21733, #23942, #236, #89, #37, #20 Fixed inconsistent terminology in automated and main reports. [by @chippison, @sgiehl]
• #24105 Fixed handling idsite=all in API.getSuggestedValuesForSegment. [by @sgiehl]
• #24115, #24116 Fixed error for undefined array key “currencies” – CurrencyDataProvider.php. [by @sgiehl]

Matomo 5.7.1 is a patch release that delivers important security fixes and bug fixes.

We strongly advise upgrading as soon as possible to benefit from these critical security enhancements and keep your Matomo installation secure.

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Tickets closed in Matomo 5.7.1

Bug Fixes

• #23698, #24008 Reset dashboard not working until page reloads [by @sgiehl]
• #24033, #24034 Infinite redirects after upgrading to 5.7.0 [by @sgiehl]

Security

• #24041 Harden handling for IdSite param in API requests [by @sgiehl]
• #23650 Correctly filter shared segments by available site access for user [by @sgiehl]

Matomo 5.7.0, our latest minor release, introduces enhancements to reporting, backend updates and general bug fixes.

Release Highlight

Improved stability, performance, and usability across Matomo

Matomo 5.7 focuses on improving the overall quality and day-to-day usability of the platform. This release includes numerous fixes and refinements across reporting, archiving, tracking, and the user interface to make Matomo more stable, performant, and pleasant to use.

Highlights include improved archiving robustness, better handling of malformed tracking requests, faster marketplace loading, smoother segment and period selection, clearer UI feedback, and multiple fixes that reduce errors and unnecessary logging. Together, these changes help ensure Matomo runs more reliably at scale while improving the experience for everyday users.

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Tickets closed in Matomo 5.7.0

AI Bot tracking

• #23725 Track AI Bots through our HTTP Tracking API [by @sgiehl, @mneudert, @caddoo]
• #23870 Adds reporting around requests made by AI bots [by @sgiehl]

Privacy

• #23818 Remove MadMimi from Newsletter privacy note [by @sgiehl]
• #23903 Fix issue for saving of preferences throwing errors and redirecting when logged in as anonymous user [by @chippison, @caddoo]

Core improvements

• #23743 Prevent logging tracking failure for obviously malformed idsite or token auth [by @sgiehl]
• #23768 Fix and Improve period selection via keyboard navigation [by @tzi]
• #23771 Allow to star and unstar stored segment [by @tzi]
• #23783 Redirect to login page when session ends [by @chippison]
• #23792 Segment selector: max out at 5-6, instead of throwing many errors in reporting interface [by @chippison]
• #23800 Updates jQuery and jQuery-Mousewheel [by @sgiehl]
• #23802 Change display to inline from inline-block for .table-action, #PG-4790 [by @AltamashShaikh]
• #23809 Show success notification once a Goal has been created or updated [by @chippison]
• #23815 Update html page title to have both the current active Segment as well as Menu Category and Subcategory [by @chippison]
• #23827 Fix external theme that are using CSS custom props [by @tzi]
• #23833 Fix language selection in demo website [by @chippison]
• #23837 Fix possible archiving error “Column “referer_type” in WHERE is ambiguous – in plugin Referrers” [by @sgiehl]
• #23844 Discard invalid campaign names in tracker parameters to avoid failures [by @sgiehl]
• #23857 Add the option to include source maps to served files [by @chippison]
• #23878 Add additional check for refresh to make sure they are in the app [by @caddoo]
• #23889 Manage Live API Model Offset / Count / timeframe split correctly and more memory efficient [by @sgiehl]
• #23890 Fix invalid test by making provider method public [by @nathangavin]
• #23891 Normalise 4xx responses for invalid plugins/actions/assets and quiet their logging [by @sgiehl]
• #23899 Fix escaping in site selector tooltip [by @sgiehl]
• #23902 Add archiving metrics code with timer [by @caddoo]
• #23913 Add drag and drop for selected reports [by @chippison]
• #23939 Add helper text to promote the mediums in Scheduled reports [by @lachiebol]
• #23940 Add event-controllable warning message to compliance policy descriptions [by @nathangavin]
• #23959 Properly check idSite value when updating a segment [by @sgiehl]
• #23968 Gate proxy scheme headers behind config [by @sgiehl]
• #23970 Deprecate API.getSettings [by @sgiehl]
• #23977 Fix DevicesDetection User-Agent double escaping [by @letmefixthiscode]
• #23983 Improve VisitFrequency API [by @sgiehl]
• #23984 Improve marketplace loading speed [by @lachiebol]
• #23987 Ensure regexes are handled correctly in excluded useragents [by @sgiehl]

Matomo 5.6.2 is a patch release that addresses archiving and reporting issues.

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Tickets closed in Matomo 5.6.2

Core Improvements

• #23874, #23875: Fixed archiving that failed in Matomo 5.6.1 due to the EnvironmentVariables plugin passing numeric config as string. [by @sgiehl]
• #23879, #23880: Fixed issue where disabling period year on API leads to exception while archiving in Matomo 5.6.1. [by @sgiehl]
• #23868: Improve rollup ranking queries. [by @sgiehl]

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Matomo 5.6.1 is a patch release that addresses an archiving issue as well as a compatibility problem with a marketplace theme.

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Tickets closed in Matomo 5.6.1

Core Improvements

• #23837 Fix possible archiving error “Column “referer_type” in WHERE is ambiguous – in plugin Referrers” [by @sgiehl]
• #23827, #23824 Fix external themes that are using CSS custom props [by @tzi]

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Matomo 5.6.0, our latest minor release, introduces enhancements to reporting and dashboards, backend updates and general bug fixes.

Release Highlights

Turn AI Agent traffic into first-class metrics

The new AIAgents plugin separates AI-driven visits from real users by detecting requests from ChatGPT/NovaAct’s Agent Mode and tagging them as AI Agents. It introduces two ready-to-use segments, ai agent and human, so you can compare VisitSummary metrics side-by-side and understand how automated activity differs from human behaviour.

Note: This feature is automatically enabled for new Matomo Cloud and On-Premise instances. Existing On-Premise setups will need to enable the plugin manually, which will add a new column to the log_visit table. This is important for larger installations or those running older MySQL versions. To enable the plugin, open Administration > Plugins > Manage Plugins and activate the AIAgents plugin under Installed Plugins.

From One Policy to Tailored Privacy for every site and app

Matomo anonymisation settings can now be configured for each tracked website and app, moving beyond a single global configuration. You can apply stricter rules where needed, relax them where appropriate, and keep every website or app aligned with its own privacy and compliance requirements.

Polished details where you need them

With enhancements to the modal and Ajax loader, Matomo now offers a more consistent experience on all screen sizes and a consistent layout for loader elements across the app. Segment editor refinements improve segment management and keyboard navigation is more reliable throughout the navbar, sidebar, and top controls.

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Tickets closed in Matomo 5.6.0

Core improvements

• #23443: Extend the anonymisation settings to be site specific. [by @michalkleiner]
• #22998, #23719: Fix warning on incompatible plugins when updating Matomo to version 5.2.2. [by @michalkleiner, @sgiehl]
• #23688, #23711: Fix error after updating from Matomo 5.3.2:Entry “Piwik\Plugins\FeatureFlags\FeatureFlagManager” cannot be resolved. [by @sgiehl, @michalkleiner]

UI/UX improvements

• #23557, #23685, #1052, #215, #1053: Corrected an issue that prevented new users from completing the 2FA step. [by @sgiehl, @tzi, @michalkleiner]
• #23693: Update the modal system to be responsive and centred with intuitive scrolling. [by @tzi, @michalkleiner]
• #23713: Update the navbar help icon. [by @tzi, @sgiehl]
• #23733, #10562: Fix margins of controls for insight data table in widgets. [by @tzi, @sgiehl]
• #23687: Fix QuickAccess input tooltip styles. [by @tzi, @sgiehl]
• #23741: Fix Ajax loader design and spacing. [by @tzi, @michalkleiner]
• #23742: Improve layout for Matomo loader elements. [by @tzi, @michalkleiner]
• #23756: Improve keyboard navigation in navbar, sidenav and top controls. [by @tzi, @michalkleiner]

Compatibility

• #23655: Ensure compatibility with PHP 8.5. [by @sgiehl, @michalkleiner]
• #23776: Replace Global minimum_mysql_version with adapter-specific checks. [by @chippison, @caddoo, @sgiehl]

Reporting

• #23615, #23677: In AI Assistants show the entry page URL / title as a subtable. [by @sgiehl, @mneudert]
• #23617: Capture new metrics for AI Agent requests. [by @mneudert, @sgiehl]
• #23717, #23731: Small layout improvements on Segment editor dropdown. [by @tzi, @sgiehl, @michalkleiner]
• #23786, #20695: Remove the Row Evolution on the Behaviour > Performance Reports. [by @chippison, @sgiehl]
• #23791: When creating a new custom dimension, the Active checkbox is enabled by default. [by @chippison, @sgiehl]
• #23794: Simplify the Visitor Profile popup URL parameter. [by @sgiehl, @michalkleiner]

This is a maintenance patch release, backporting some bug fixes and minor improvements to Matomo 4.

We are grateful for all community members who reported feedback and suggestions, our awesome team of translators for their work, and our Premium features customers and Matomo Cloud hosting customers for their amazing support.

7 tickets have been closed by 3 contributors!

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List of 7 tickets closed in Matomo 4.16.2

• #23721 Reactivate previously active plugins after core upgrade [by @michalkleiner]
• #22658 Add tests around correct handling of formulas in CSV export [by @sgiehl]
• #22657 Limit date ranges that end far in the future [by @sgiehl]
• #22656 Ensure LatestStable release channel uses the version provided from API [by @sgiehl]
• #22563 Limit annotations to 255 chars [by @sgiehl]
• #22475 Improve URL check for logme redirect [by @sgiehl]
• #22033 Fix scheduled report generation for custom periods [by @mneudert]

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Matomo 5.5.2 is a patch release that delivers important security fixes.

We strongly advise upgrading as soon as possible to benefit from these critical security enhancements and keep your Matomo installation secure.

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Tickets closed in Matomo 5.5.2

Security

• #23775 Properly escape transitions export overlay title [by @sgiehl]
• #23761 Fix AI referrer detection cache [by @sgiehl]
• #23754 Fix superuser check in logme method [by @sgiehl]
• #23700 Ensure to only invalidate segment for desired site [by @sgiehl]

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Matomo 5.5.1 is a patch release that delivers important security fixes.

We strongly advise upgrading as soon as possible to benefit from these critical security enhancements and keep your Matomo installation secure.

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Tickets closed in Matomo 5.5.1

Security

• #23648 Show plugins update count asynchronously with 5 minute caching [by @michalkleiner]
• #23650 Secondary dimension in event report takes over the header [by @sgiehl]
• #23653 Do not update report title for secondary dimension reports [by @sgiehl]

Matomo 5.5.0, our latest minor release, introduces new features, refinements to reporting and dashboards, backend updates and general bug fixes.

Release Highlights

AI Assistants Channel Type: Putting the spotlight on AI referrals

Matomo has introduced a dedicated AI Assistants channel type, grouping visits from tools such as ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini, Claude, Perplexity, and more. This new channel makes AI-driven traffic clearly identifiable, enabling you to analyse its impact, build targeted segments, and track the growing role of AI referrals in your overall traffic mix.

The AI Assistants channel type is integrated into your Acquisition reports, giving you a clear breakdown of visits from AI referrals to compare against other channels. Learn more about tracking and analysing traffic from AI Assistants.

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Tickets closed in Matomo 5.5.0

Core improvements

• #23564, #19306: Migrate annotations to a dedicated database table. [by @michalkleiner, @sgiehl]
• #22024, #23396: Fix incorrect archive recreation for periods without visits. [by @sgiehl, @nathangavin, @mneudert]
• #23530: Hide ‘Install all plugins’ button when Marketplace is disabled. [by @sgiehl]
• #23605: Add setReferralUrlMaxLength() to the JS Tracker to allow limiting the referral cookie size. [by @MichaelRoosz, @sgiehl]
• #23573, #23611: Fix the Themes admin page to show available updates (like the Manage Plugins page). [by @sgiehl]

New features and enhancements

• #22831, #23457: Introduced the new AI Assistants acquisition channel type to categorise and analyse traffic originating from AI platforms such as ChatGPT, Le Chat, Perplexity and more. [by @sgiehl]
• #23449, #23450: Reordered sections in the Dashboard selector to first display the Manage Dashboard and Create new Dashboard options. [by @michalkleiner]
• #23571: A new config_id randomisation setting is now available available as an optional privacy control that must be explicitly enabled by the user. Learn more about how to enable the randomise config_id setting. [by @michalkleiner]
• #20826, #23520: When a user invites another person to join Matomo, the invite acceptance notification is now in the inviter’s language to ensure the confirmation is localised consistently. [by @michalkleiner]

Security

• #23575: Disabled the Superuser checkbox in Users > Permissions when a superuser edits their own account. This prevents accidental self-revocation of all access. [by @snake14, @sgiehl]
• #23582, #23622: Refactor the token notification system to consolidate messages and send a single email per user that includes details for all their tokens. [by @michalkleiner, @caddoo]

Reporting

• #23578: Correctly escape line breaks in CSV and TSV exports so that files can be reliably imported into tools like Excel. [by @sgiehl]
• #23535: Rename the Email Reports menu and table title to Schedule Reports. [by @AltamashShaikh, @sgiehl]
• #23569: Make segment help texts translatable. [by @sgiehl, @michalkleiner]
• #23581: Translations in token emails are currently HTML-escaped, causing encoded entities to appear instead of the correct characters. This issue removes the escaping so the text renders properly. [by @sgiehl, @nathangavin, @michalkleiner]

Matomo Tag Manager

• #1035: Fixed reference check when importing a previous container version to overwrite the current container draft. [by @AltamashShaikh]
• #1041: Reorder action icons to ensure the delete icon is displayed last. [by @AltamashShaikh]