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Bitly not only helps in shortening URL links but also allows users to customize link names post-creation, making them visually appealing, professional, and easy to manage and share. So, how do you name Bitly links when shortening? What should you pay attention to? The information below will help you find answers.
Guide to Renaming Bitly Links on Desktop
Preparation Requirements:
- Stable internet connection.
- Have a Bitly account ready. If you don't have one yet, check out How to Create a Bitly Account
To rename Bitly links when shortening, follow these steps:
Step 1: Access Bitly.com from your computer's web browser and log in to your Bitly account. Click to access quickly HERE
Step 2: Next, to shorten Bitly links as desired, on the Bitly.com homepage, click on 'CREATE NEW' and select 'Link'
Step 3: Copy and paste the URL you want to create a Short Link for into the 'destination' field. Then, scroll down, enter a title for the link, and navigate to the custom back - half (optional) field to enter the desired name after shortening the link. (This will be the name of the link after the Bitly domain that you have shortened).
To complete the link shortening process, simply click 'create'.
Step 4: The process of renaming Bitly links when shortening is complete. You can click 'copy' to share this link with friends, clients, partners, etc., within your network.
2. Common Errors When Naming Bitly Links When Shortening
According to regulations, each link shortened through Bitly is unique. Therefore, if you name a Bitly link the same as a previously shortened link, you will encounter an error and cannot shorten it.
To fix this, simply review the shortened link and its name, then repeat step 3.
Through 3 simple steps, Mytour has introduced users to an effective and quick way to name Bitly links when shortening. In addition to its main function of shortening hyperlinks, Bitly also provides tools to measure the number of clicks and accesses to the links you own.
