Migrating to T.LY from Another URL Shortener

Migrating to T.LY from Another URL Shortener

Tim Leland

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 creating extra cleanup work later.

Step 1: Sign Up For a T.LY Account

First things first, head over to T.LY and create an account. The sign-up process is simple and quick.

Step 2: Export Your Existing Data

Before you bid farewell to your current URL shortener, make sure to export all your existing data. This includes all the shortened URLs, analytics data, and any custom settings you may have.

Step 3: Add Your Custom Domain

If applicable, add your custom domain to T.LY. This will allow you to import your short links to this domain. Just remember, do not update the DNS records for this custom domain until all your short links have been imported.

Step 4: Import Your Data to T.LY

Now it is time to bring that data into T.LY. The bulk import feature keeps the process simple.

Step 5: Test The Waters

Before you go all out, test a few links to ensure they're redirecting correctly, and the analytics are tracking as intended. It's always good to double-check.

Step 6: Update Your Links Across Platforms

Now that you've set up and tested your T.LY links, it's time to update the URLs across your website, social media profiles, and any other platforms you use. If you use a custom domain, updating these URLs is unnecessary. They should start working automatically with T.LY.

Step 7: Dive into the Analytics

T.LY gives you clear analytics so you can see how your links perform and spot what needs work.

If you follow these steps, the move to T.LY is usually pretty smooth. Once your links are in, you can focus on tracking, branding, and link management instead of babysitting a migration.

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Author Tim Leland

Tim Leland

Tim Leland brings over 20 years of software development experience to the table, creating products used by millions around the globe. He founded T.LY with a vision to build the world’s shortest URL shortener—and since then, the platform’s popularity has soared. Under Tim’s leadership, T.LY has evolved into a top-tier solution recognized for its reliability and ease of use, now serving millions of satisfied users worldwide.

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