Pretty Links | Pretty Links - Part 9
How to Put Your Links on Autopilot Using Default Link Options
There is more to links than just where they direct the user – it also matters how they do so. An important part of creating an effective linking campaign is considering how your links are set up. Failing to configure them appropriately can have a negative impact on your website, including through search engine penalties. By…
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…