Do you want your brand to stand out? SAS Shortener plugin is your trusty assistant in creating and managing short URLs on your WordPress site. It simplifies cross-promotion of brands and products by providing a user-friendly and beautiful interface for link shortening. With its help, you can easily shorten any URL and track analytics to measure the success of your marketing campaigns. You can also create a link shortener tool on your website that allows your visitors to shorten their URLs right on your resource.
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Why choose SAS Link Shortener?
- Ease of use: SAS shortener is easy to learn even if you're not an expert, and it's free.
- Instant link building: Create short URLs with a single click, without having to log in to the admin panel.
- Analytics and Tracking: Track and analyze your marketing campaigns to improve your strategies.
- Gutenberg integration: Manage links right in the Gutenberg editor, add tags and check their performance.
- Optimized speed: Reduce link load times with optimized queries.
- Marketing Tags: Use UTM tags to track the effectiveness of your campaigns.
SAS shortener makes the process of creating and managing short links on your website as easy and convenient as possible, while providing excellent analytics and improved marketing strategies.
Powerful tracking and analytics features
The real magic starts with real-time analytics. This plugin allows you to generate analytics data and evaluate the effectiveness of your links with a single glance. You will see the full picture like an artist standing in front of his masterpiece.
Funktionen
- Manage links.
- Rapid platform entry (SSO).
- Abbreviation for the URL of the record.
- Three shortcode options.
- Ajax form in posts and pages.
- Widgets for shortening links.
- Easily customizable interface.
This plugin is your indispensable assistant in the world of links. It will turn complex into simple, like a skillful craftsman who does his work discreetly but with great skill. Immerse yourself in this magic and make your site convenient and attractive for all your visitors.
When the winds of change bring fresh ideas, your website can shine with new colors too. Imagine managing your links with ease and grace using the power of a personal account that offers more advanced features and analytics.
Screensaver and overlay pages
Your story starts with your splash pages. Create unique splash pages that will instantly grab your visitors' attention. Call to action pop-ups, like bright flashes in the night sky, will help direct your users to the right action.
Geotargeting and device targeting
Your website will become like a smart guide that knows where to direct each visitor. Use geotargeting to direct users to pages based on their location or device. It's as if you were providing each visitor with a map with a personalized route.
Pixel tracking
The world becomes more transparent with pixel tracking. Add 15+ resources like Facebook, Twitter, Google Ads and more to see the full picture of how users interact with your links. It's like looking into a crystal ball, predicting the future of your campaigns.
Integration with Slack and Zapier
Bring your work to life with Slack and Zapier integrations. Shorten links directly from Slack with customized commands and get real-time notifications. It's as if your tools themselves communicate with each other, making your life easier.
Geotargeting
Use the same link for different countries, redirecting users to the right pages. Simply select a country and enter the URL - it's as if you set up pointers for each traveler.
Deep binding
Enable deep linking so that apps open automatically when you visit from your mobile device. If the app is not installed, the App Store opens. It's as if doors open by themselves when you approach them.
Device targeting
Do you have different pages for different devices? No problem. Redirect users to the right pages with one short URL. Simply select the device and enter the URL - it's as if you know in advance what device the visitor is holding.
Language targeting
If your content is available in different languages, redirect users to the appropriate pages. It's as if you greet each visitor with their native language.
Expiration date
Set the expiration date of links based on the number of clicks or a specific date. When the expiration date expires, redirect users to another URL. It's as if your links have a life of their own, with a beginning and an end.
A/B Testing and Rotator
Conduct A/B testing by alternating between multiple links. It's as if you give each option a chance to prove itself, distributing traffic evenly. Rotator works if there are no other targeting conditions.
Parameter Builder
Add custom parameters, such as UTM, to your links. It's as if you were adding spices to a dish, giving it a unique flavor.
Mass link shortener
Shorten up to 10 long URLs at a time. It's as if you're turning a mountain of long URLs into compact and convenient links in one fell swoop.
QR code
When you shorten a link, a QR code is automatically generated. It is as if you are creating magic signs that lead to your links.
Slag
Spell out your own slang when abbreviating a link, giving it uniqueness. It's as if you were signing your work.
Exporting links
Create lists of URLs in CSV format, including basic clickstream data. It's as if you were harvesting data for further analysis.
Developer API
Create your integrations and interact with functions through a powerful API. It's as if you are building bridges between different worlds, connecting them into a single system.
Your personal account becomes your assistant, guide and wise counselor, helping you manage your links with incredible ease and efficiency.
Plugin documentation
Installing and configuring the plugin for WordPress
Installation
It is very easy to install the plugin for WordPress.
- Upload the file.
- Activate the plug-in.
- Customize the plugin.
Customization
Before using the plugin, it must be configured.
- Provide the URL where the link shortening service is located. By default, the service is located at https://www.sas.com.ru/l/. If you have a personal domain, then in this field you need to insert a link to the page with the service or domain name. Please note that our service is free. However, to connect your domain you need to contact support.
- Find your API key in the user panel and make sure the API feature is enabled.
Shortcodes
Using shortcodes
You can use shortcodes to shorten a URL or display an Ajax form in your post or page.
Shortcode example
The shortcode has only one attribute that allows you to show an HTML link (link=true).
[shorten]https://www.sas.com.ru/[/shorten]This shortcode will give out:
https://www.sas.com.ru/
Example of use: [shorten link=true]https://www.sas.com.ru[/shorten]
Result:
<a href="’https://www.sas.com.ru’" rel="’nofollow’" target="’_blank’">https://www.sas.com.ru</a>
Ajax form in a post or on a page
To show an Ajax form, use the shortcode: [[show_shortener_form]
This shortcode has no attributes. You can change the style of the form in the settings on the left panel.
Reduction of permanent links
Use shortcode to shorten permanent post links: [shorten_permalink]
Widget
To use the widget, activate it in the widget settings. The widget theme can be selected there as well.
Now your plugin is ready to use and you can easily manage link shortening on your WordPress site!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can users shorten links?
Yes, users of your site can shortcode their links. To do this, just insert the shortcode on any page or entry.
How are links kept safe and clean?
You can have peace of mind about the quality of your links. We use a security system that includes protection from Google and ours. If someone tries to shorten a link to a malicious site, our system will block it.
Do I need to use an API for the plugin to work?
Yes, the use of API is mandatory. WordPress plugin provides only basic functions, all basic operations are performed on our server.
Will the plugin slow down my site?
No, your site will not be slowed down. All link shortening operations take place on our server. Only statistics and the possibility of removing links are displayed on your site.