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Comparison of a generic short link and a branded short link, with the four effects that make the branded version more likely to be clicked: identity, relevance, safety and consistency
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Why Branded Links Increase Click-Through Rates

Why branded links get more clicks than generic ones: the four mechanisms behind the lift, where it is largest, and how to measure it on your own audience instead of trusting a borrowed statistic.

September 24, 20262153
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Comparison of a random short link and a vanity URL, showing how a readable custom alias makes a branded short link easier to remember and type
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What Is a Vanity URL and How to Create One

What a vanity URL is, how it differs from a random short link, and how to write custom aliases people can remember, say out loud and type without mistakes.

August 1, 20263133
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Diagram showing DNS resolution for a branded short domain, with a CNAME record pointing a custom domain at link shortening infrastructure
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How to Set Up a Custom Branded Domain for Your Short Links

A step-by-step guide to setting up a custom branded domain for your short links, covering domain choice, DNS records, SSL, and the mistakes that break setup.

August 1, 20263441
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Visual representation of how branded links work - showing a custom domain with a descriptive slug creating a trustworthy short URL
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What is a Branded Link and Why Does My Business Need One?

Learn what branded links are, how they boost CTR by up to 39%, build trust, and improve marketing ROI. Complete guide with examples, comparison tables, and FAQs.

July 1, 20263081
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