Creating Your First Link
Create a short link in seconds. Just paste your URL, customize if you want, and you're ready to share.
Quick Start
- Click "New Link" - Find this button in the top right of your dashboard
- Paste your destination URL - Enter the long URL you want to shorten
- Click "Create Link" - Your short link is ready instantly
Customizing Your Link
Before creating, you can customize several options:
Custom Short Code
By default, we generate a random short code like abc123. You can replace this with something memorable like summer-sale or my-podcast.
Domain
Choose which domain to use for your short link. New accounts use our default domain, but you can add your own custom domain for branded links.
Tags
Add tags to organize your links. For example, tag links by campaign, client, or content type. You can filter by tags later.
After Creating
Once your link is created:
- Copy it - Click the copy icon to copy the short URL to your clipboard
- Share it - Use it anywhere: social media, email, SMS, print
- Track it - Watch clicks roll in on your analytics dashboard
Advanced Options
ClickSpot offers several advanced features for your links:
- UTM Parameters - Track campaign performance in Google Analytics
- Expiration - Set links to expire after a certain date
- Password Protection - Require a password to access the destination
- A/B Testing - Send visitors to different destinations