Pretty Links
If you're running a WordPress site like me, you probably know how messy and long URLs can get. That’s where Pretty Links comes in! This plugin has been a lifesaver for me, and I can’t wait to tell you all about it.
What is Pretty Links?
Pretty Links is a WordPress plugin that helps you manage and shorten your links. It takes those long, ugly URLs and makes them short and sweet. This not only looks better but also makes it easier for your visitors to remember and share your links.
Why Pretty Links is Awesome
Super Simple to Use
One of the best things about Pretty Links is how easy it is to use. You don’t need any technical skills. Just install the plugin, and you’re ready to start creating pretty links. The interface is clean and straightforward, so you won’t get lost.
Tracks Your Links
Pretty Links doesn’t just shorten your URLs; it also tracks them. You can see how many people clicked on your links and get all sorts of stats. This is super helpful if you want to know which links are popular and which ones need more attention.
My Favorite Features
Link Customization
I love that you can customize your links. You can make them say whatever you want. For example, instead of a long URL like "www.yoursite.com/post/12345," you can have "www.yoursite.com/favorite-post." It looks way cleaner and more professional.
Redirection Options
Another cool feature is the redirection options. You can set your links to redirect in different ways, like 301 (permanent) or 302 (temporary). This is great for SEO and managing your site’s content.
Final Thoughts
If you’re looking for a way to make your links look better and keep track of them, I highly recommend Pretty Links. It’s easy to use, offers great customization, and gives you valuable insights into your link traffic. Give it a try, and you'll see how much it can improve your site!
I’ve been using the Pretty Links plugin for WordPress, and I just have to share how amazing it is. If you’re tired of those long, messy URLs, Pretty Links is exactly what you need.
What is Pretty Links?
Pretty Links is a handy plugin that takes your long, ugly URLs and turns them into short, neat links. It’s perfect for making your site look cleaner and more professional.
Why I Love Pretty Links
Easy to Use
First off, Pretty Links is super easy to use. You don’t need to be a tech genius. Just install it, and you’re good to go. The interface is simple and intuitive, so you’ll be creating pretty links in no time.
Track Your Links
One of the coolest features is the link tracking. You can see how many people are clicking on your links and get some really useful stats. It’s awesome for figuring out which links are popular and which ones need more attention.
My Favorite Features
Customizable Links
I love that you can customize your links. Instead of something like "www.mysite.com/post/12345," you can have "www.mysite.com/awesome-post." It looks so much better and is easier to remember.
Redirection Options
Pretty Links also gives you different redirection options, like 301 (permanent) and 302 (temporary). This is great for managing your site’s content and improving your SEO.
If you want to make your links look nicer and keep track of them, Pretty Links is the way to go. It’s user-friendly, customizable, and gives you great insights into your link traffic. Give it a try—you won’t be disappointed!
3.6.8
- Updated getting started URL
- Bug fixes
- Updated onboarding steps
- Fixed ACF integration issue
- New tooltip styling
- Product Display updates
3.6.7
- Security hardening
- Removed pause option from PrettyPay Customer Portal as Stripe has temporarily removed this feature
- Pro: Fixed QR code generation on nginx webservers
3.6.6
- Fixing issue with prior release showing incorrect version
3.6.5
- Additional security hardening
3.6.4
- Security fixes (potential for CSRF patched)
3.6.3
- Add section for PrettyPay™ within the Welcome and Complete steps for in-plugin onboarding
- Add notice of 3% fee to PrettyPay™ Links sub-page for free users
- Add support for ISO encoding when pulling in title from pretty link’s target URL
- Fix PHP 8 deprecation warnings
- Fix database error on initial plugin activation
- Fix body class on PrettyLinks page not being escaped
- Pro: Add filter hook for invalid response codes in Link Health
3.6.2
- Fix PrettyPay™ auto-creating Thank You pages
3.6.1
- WP 6.4 Compatibility
- Saving settings would break in some cases
- Show proper error when saving Customer Portal failed
- Link Inserter broken due to missing lodash
3.6.0
- Launching all-new PrettyPay™ Links
- PHP 8.2 compatibility fixes
3.5.3
- Fix scheduling and how empty images are displayed within in-plugin notifications
- Replace feature images on onboarding welcome page
- PHP 8.2 compatibility fixes
3.5.2
- PHP 8.2 compatibility fixes
3.5.1
- Fix deprecation notice when table result is null
- Fix undefined post type warning when enqueuing frontend scripts
3.5.0
- NEW: Significantly improved onboarding process by implementing a full-fledged wizard that walks through the basics of setting up PrettyLinks
- Pro: Add filter hooks for geolocation
- Pro: Add ability to scan link’s health status individually
- Pro: Display link’s health status as a separate column on PrettyLinks listing page
- Pro: Deprecate Pretty Bar
- Pro: Deprecate GA integration
- Pro: Refactor Replacements tab so URL and Keyword replacements function independently of each other
- Prevent redirect code from running during search
- Allow special characters for URI and Referrer fields on Clicks page
- Fix PHP warnings being displayed when editing a restored pretty link
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