How to Shorten and Customize Links in urltiger

With urltiger, you can effortlessly convert long URLs into short, branded links and leverage advanced features like geo targeting, deep linking, and more. This guide walks you through the link-shortening process and explains each customization option—including the Redirect types.

1. Accessing the Short Link Creation

1. Log In
   Sign in to your urltiger account.
2. Open the Dashboard
   Once logged in, you’ll be brought to your main dashboard. Look for the Quick Shortener section at the top.
3. Paste Your Long URL
   In the “Paste a long link” field, enter the URL you want to shorten.

2. Configuring Basic Settings

Before you click Shorten, customize the link to suit your needs:

• Domain
  Choose the default urltiger domain or any custom domain you’ve set up (available on certain plans).
• Redirect (Direct, Frame, or Splash)
  • Direct: Sends users straight to the destination URL with no intermediate page.
  • Frame: Loads the destination within a frame (sometimes called “URL masking” or “cloaking”). Users see your branded page or domain in the browser address bar.
  • Splash: Shows a short transition or “splash” page (often containing a CTA or message) before redirecting users to the final URL.
• Custom Alias
  Create your own back-half (e.g., my-special-link). If you leave this blank, urltiger generates a random alias.
• Channel
  Organize your link by assigning it to a specific “Channel.” This helps you group and manage multiple links for different campaigns.
• Password Protection
  Restrict access by requiring users to enter a password before being redirected.
• Description
  Add an internal note or description (visible only to you) for easy identification in your dashboard.

3. Advanced Customization

Under the Customize button, you’ll find additional features that extend link functionality:

1. Meta Tags
   • Control how your short link appears on social media.
   • Customize the link’s title, description, and preview image.
2. Geo Targeting
   • Redirect users to different destination URLs based on their geographic location.
   • Example: Send European visitors to your EU store and US visitors to a US-based store.
3. Deep Linking
   • Take mobile users directly into specific sections of your app.
   • Example: Open the “Products” section in your e-commerce app instead of a generic homepage.
4. Device Targeting
   • Redirect users based on device type (desktop, mobile, tablet).
   • Example: Show a mobile-friendly page to smartphone visitors.
5. Language Targeting
   • Send users to language-specific pages by detecting their browser’s language settings.
6. Pixels
   • Embed tracking pixels (e.g., Facebook, Google Ads) to measure conversions or build remarketing audiences.
7. Expiration
   • Choose a date/time for your link to expire. Afterward, users can be redirected elsewhere or see an error page.
8. A/B Testing
   • Split traffic between multiple target URLs to compare performance.
   • Example: 50% of users see Landing Page A, and 50% see Landing Page B.
9. Parameters
   • Append custom or UTM parameters to your destination URL for more detailed analytics.

4. Generating the Short Link

1. Click “Shorten”
   After setting up your link, click the Shorten button to create your new short URL.
2. View Your Short Link
   • A confirmation appears with the new short link.
   • You can copy it immediately or find it under Recent Links in your dashboard.

5. Managing Your Shortened Link

Once created, your short link appears in Recent Links:

• Copy
  Easily copy the shortened URL to share anywhere.
• Edit
  Change any settings—especially handy if you need to update redirects or advanced options for Dynamic links.
• Delete
  Remove the link completely. Deleting is permanent.
• Analytics
  View click stats (and, for dynamic links, user device, referrer data, and more).

6. Frequently Asked Questions

1. What’s the difference between “Direct,” “Frame,” and “Splash” redirects?
   • Direct: Sends visitors straight to the target URL.
   • Frame: Displays the target site within a frame. Some sites may not allow being iframed, so test it.
   • Splash: Shows a brief page (ideal for branding or a quick message) before directing users to the final URL.
2. Can I switch redirect types later?
   • Yes. Click Edit next to the link to change the redirect type. Keep in mind that changing might affect user experience.
3. Why don’t I see analytics for my link?
   • Ensure you’ve created a Dynamic link and have the right subscription plan. Static links don’t track detailed data.
4. Can I use a custom domain for my short link?
   • Custom domains are available with certain plans. Go to Branded Domains in your account settings to set it up, then select it from the Domain dropdown.
5. What if I need multiple short links at once?
   • Use the Bulk feature in the dashboard (if your plan includes it) to create many short links simultaneously.

Conclusion

urltiger makes link shortening seamless—while offering advanced options such as password protection, device targeting, pixel integrations, and more. Choosing among Direct, Frame, or Splash redirects helps tailor user experiences to fit your branding or campaign needs.

If you have further questions, feel free to contact our support team. Happy link shortening!