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The End of Google URL Shortener

In 2018, Google announced the deprecation and transition of Google URL Shortener (goo.gl) to Firebase Dynamic Links (FDL). This decision was driven by the evolving ways people find online content and...

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Migrating to T.LY from Another URL Shortener

Switching to a new URL shortener can feel annoying, especially if you already have links in active campaigns. T.LY makes the move pretty straightforward. Here is a step-by-step way to do it without cr...

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How to Fix the DNS_PROBE_FINISHED_NXDOMAIN Error Code?

The DNS_PROBE_FINISHED_NXDOMAIN error usually appears when your browser cannot resolve a domain name into an IP address. In plain terms, your device cannot find the website because DNS lookup is faili...

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Facebook Pixel using T.LY URL Shortener

Why Use a Facebook/Meta Pixel with T.LY URL Shortener? Using a Facebook or Meta Pixel with T.LY gives you a cleaner way to track what happens after someone clicks. You can share short, trackable links...

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Firebase Dynamic Links Alternatives

If you still rely on Firebase Dynamic Links, it makes sense to pick a replacement before it turns into a fire drill. There are a few ways to handle deep linking and short-link routing now, and T.LY is...

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Google Tag Manager Pixel using T.LY URL Shortener

What is Google Tag Manager? Google Tag Manager is a free tag management system provided by Google. It is designed to simplify the process of managing and deploying various tags, such as tracking codes...

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How to Create Password Protected Links

Have you ever had a link that you wanted to protect with a password? This could be an e-book, guide, or any other product that you wish to protect. You could add a complex login system but sometimes a...

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T.LY vs TinyURL: Making the Big Decision for Tiny Links

URL shorteners have been around for 25+ years. On the surface, they make long links easier to share, give you solid analytics, and help keep your branding consistent. In this comparison, I’m taking a...

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T.LY vs Bitly: Which URL Shortener Should You Choose?

URL shorteners are tools that make it easier to share links by shortening them. Two of the most popular URL shorteners in the market are T.LY and Bitly. While Bitly has been around forever, T.LY has e...

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