Advice | Pretty Links - Part 17
3 Reasons Generic Link Shorteners Don’t Cut It
Link shortening – the process of turning a long, unwieldy link into a short and pretty one – is a common practice. While generic link shorteners (such as Bitly and goo.gl) can be useful in a pinch, they aren’t a solid long-term solution. Using them can lead to ineffective linking, which can harm both your…
3 Ways Link Tracking Can Help You Increase Conversions
It goes without saying that links are essential for affiliate marketers. You use them on your website, your social media profiles, and in your email campaigns. If you’re not tracking them properly you risk losing leads, and more importantly, profits. Tracking your links’ performance can help you figure out their most optimal placement on your…
3 Smart Reasons to Use Link Rotations on Your Website
There are many powerful features offered by Pretty Links. However, some are more misunderstood than others. As a result, you may not be using them correctly (if you’re even using them at all). One such feature, link rotations, can be immensely flexible and helpful. By sending visitors to a random (yet defined) selection of links…
3 Ways ‘Urchin Tracking Modules’ Can Improve Your Marketing Campaigns
Keeping track of your business campaigns – including those on social media or within your email newsletter – is crucial for making the most of your marketing efforts. Without tracking you can’t measure, understand, and replicate successful campaigns. Unfortunately, some can be difficult to track. That’s where Google’s Urchin Tracking Modules (UTMs) come in. This nifty…
3 Detrimental Link Building Mistakes to Avoid
Linking to other sites seems like an easy enough task, but it’s one you should approach carefully. This is because improper linking techniques can hinder your link building efforts, which can negatively impact Search Engine Optimization (SEO) – and as a result, your site’s authority. Fortunately, you can improve your site’s credibility and brand authority…