Guides and tips on link sharing, click tracking, and digital marketing.
YouTube descriptions are one of the most underused places for trackable links. Here's how to format them, what to link to, and how to track which links get clicked.
Read more →Restaurants need shareable links for menus, bookings, and reviews. Here's how to create clean short links and QR codes that work on tables, flyers, and social media.
Read more →Every short link on TheLinkSpot comes with a free QR code. Here's how to create one, customise it, download it, and use it on flyers, business cards, and packaging.
Read more →Create a free link-in-bio page with up to 20 links, 3 themes, and a QR code. No account required. A genuine Linktree alternative that's completely free.
Read more →Learn how to create short links that automatically expire after 1 hour, 24 hours, 7 days, or 30 days. Perfect for limited offers, job applications, and private sharing.
Read more →TheLinkSpot now lets you customise your QR code colours and size. Match your brand, stand out on print materials, and download in any size — all free.
Read more →Impressions are easy to rack up. Clicks are harder to earn — and they tell you something impressions never can. Here's why click count is the metric that matters.
Read more →Click data from your short links tells you far more than just how many people clicked. Here are ten real insights you can pull from the numbers.
Read more →You don't need complex software to measure return on investment from a campaign. Here's how to track ROI using just a short link and a simple calculation.
Read more →Link analytics don't have to be complicated. This guide explains what the numbers mean, what to focus on, and how to use the data to make better decisions.
Read more →You don't need expensive software to run an A/B test on your links. Here's a practical method using free short links and a spreadsheet.
Read more →A high click count feels like success. It might not be. Here's how to read your link analytics honestly — and avoid the traps that mislead most marketers.
Read more →What counts as a good CTR depends entirely on where you're posting. Here are the real benchmarks for every major platform in 2026 — and what to do if you're falling short.
Read more →Ever wondered what actually happens when you click a short link? Here's a plain-English explanation of the technology behind URL shorteners — from redirects to databases.
Read more →Click counts are just the start. Here's how to properly measure whether your link campaign actually worked — and which numbers actually matter.
Read more →A common worry about short links is whether they damage SEO. The answer depends on how you're using them. Here's the full picture.
Read more →Short links hide their destination, which makes some people nervous. Here's how to tell if a short link is safe before you click it — and what the real risks actually are.
Read more →Not all URL shorteners are the same. Some expire your links, some lock features behind paywalls, some shut down without warning. Here's how to pick the right one.
Read more →Some short links stop working after a while. Others last forever. Here's what actually determines link lifespan — and how to make sure your links keep working.
Read more →People use these terms interchangeably, but they mean different things. Here's a clear breakdown of what each one does, when they overlap, and which you actually need.
Read more →When you shorten a link, you can let the tool pick a random code or choose your own. The right answer depends on what you're using the link for.
Read more →You don't need an account or a tutorial. Here's the quickest way to shorten any URL right now — plus a few things worth knowing before you share it.
Read more →A URL shortener turns a long web address into a short, shareable link. Here is exactly how it works, why people use it, and what to look for in a good one.
Read more →Not all free URL shorteners are equal. We compare TheLinkSpot, Bitly, TinyURL, Rebrandly, and is.gd on every feature that actually matters.
Read more →URL shorteners have been around since the early days of the web. Here's how they evolved from a simple convenience tool into an essential part of digital marketing.
Read more →A good custom slug makes your link easy to share, remember, and trust. Here's how to choose one that works.
Read more →Short links aren't just for big brands. Here are five practical ways small businesses can use them every day to look more professional and track results.
Read more →Click tracking is one of the simplest and most effective ways to measure whether your marketing is working. Here's how to use it.
Read more →Long URLs look messy and get cut off. Short links are cleaner, trackable, and get more clicks. Here's why every marketer should be using them.
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