Pretty Links | Pretty Links - Part 8
The Alternate Base URL: What It Is and How to Use It
There are times when you might want to use a URL different from your primary domain name. For example, your original name might be too long, you might need to temporarily use a different domain, or you might want to capture a larger audience. In each of these scenarios, an alternate base URL comes in…
How to Find (And Link To) Credible Websites on Your Blog
Creating backlinks to your website is important, but it’s not the only way to boost your authority online. In fact, the links you use on your own blog can be just as influential. However, if you’re not linking to the ‘right’ websites, you could actually be harming your credibility. By linking to ‘credible’ websites, you…
Link Trust: A Close Look at the Psychology of Linking
The types of links you use – both on and off your website – are a crucial part of your linking strategy. Most internet users are savvy enough to recognize ‘friendly’ and ‘unfriendly’ links. So it’s important to offer links that inspire their trust. Fortunately, you can create beautiful, trustworthy links that attract clicks with…
3 Downsides to Shortened Links (And How to Combat Them)
Sharing links is a necessity for many bloggers, website owners, and marketers. However, long links can be clunky, unappealing, and in some cases, short on trust. Link shorteners can help, and have plenty of benefits, but they also have their downsides. If not used correctly, they can significantly reduce Click-Through Rates (CTRs) and lead to…
How to Use Links to Revitalize Old Content
When looking to rank on Search Engine Results Pages (SERPs) and attract an audience, up-to-date content is crucial. Unfortunately, many website owners tend to let their older content fall by the wayside, leaving it stale and lacking present-day value. However, your old content – including blog posts, articles, and guides – doesn’t need to be…