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# URL'S

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**Step 1 :  Click on URL shortener.**

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URL Shortener

**Overview:**\
The URL Shortener allows users to shorten lengthy URLs, track clicks and other analytics, organize links, and use custom domains.

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**How to Access:**

1. Go to **Dashboard**.
2. Select **Lead Generation**.
3. Click on **URL Shortener**.

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**Key Functionalities:**

* **URL Shortening**:
  * Paste a long URL into the URL Shortener to create a short link.
  * Example format: `myURL.in/SP`.
* **Tracking & Analytics**:
  * Monitor metrics including clicks, country, city, language, platform, browser, and device type.
  * Filter by date to analyze specific URL performance.
* **Link Organization** (Spaces):
  * Create folders or "Spaces" to categorize links (e.g., YouTube videos, blogs).
  * Add links to these spaces for easy retrieval and management.
* **Custom Domain Integration**:
  * Add custom domains for branded links.
  * Set up CNAME records in your domain provider (e.g., GoDaddy).
  * Verify the domain to activate.
* **Pixel Integration**:
  * Embed tracking pixels (e.g., Facebook) for detailed performance insights.

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**Step-by-Step Guide:**

1. **Shortening a URL**:
   * Paste the long URL into the URL Shortener.
   * Set a custom alias if desired (e.g., `SP` for "Success Principles").
   * Click **Shorten** to generate the short link.
2. **Tracking URL Performance**:
   * Open the URL’s analytics page.
   * View metrics for total clicks, device type, geographic location, and more.
   * Use date filters to specify performance over time.
3. **Creating a Space**:
   * Go to **Spaces**.
   * Create a new folder (e.g., “YouTube Videos”) and assign a color.
   * Add shortened links to this Space for organization.
4. **Adding a Custom Domain**:
   * Go to **Custom Domains**.
   * Enter your domain and follow CNAME setup instructions.
   * Verify to activate the custom domain for shortened links.
5. **Adding Tracking Pixels**:
   * Go to **Pixel Integration**.
   * Select a platform (e.g., Facebook) and enter your pixel ID.
   * Save to enable pixel tracking on all shortened links.

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**Benefits:**

* Simplifies URL sharing with short, branded links.
* Offers powerful tracking to optimize link performance.
* Organizes links by category for easy access.
* Supports pixel tracking for enhanced insights.