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URL Shortening

Read article: How to Tell If a Link Is Safe Before You Click
URL Shortening

How to Tell If a Link Is Safe Before You Click

Check links before you click to stay safe from scams, malware, and phishing sites.

Read article: The ROI of Using Bitly Short Links and QR Codes in Order Fulfillment
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The ROI of Using Bitly Short Links and QR Codes in Order Fulfillment

See how Bitly boosts ROI with short links and QR Codes in fulfillment.

Read article: Branded Link Analytics: How to Turn Clicks Into Actionable Insights
Branding

Branded Link Analytics: How to Turn Clicks Into Actionable Insights

Want to make an impact online? Try using custom branded links to stand out from the crowd.

Read article: How to Create a Vanity URL Using Bitly
URL Shortening

How to Create a Vanity URL Using Bitly

Creating a vanity URL involves much more than simply shortening a long web address. You build a reusable, editable connection point between your brand and your audience. A well-crafted vanity…

Read article: Vanity URL Best Practices for Creating Trustworthy Connections
URL Shortening

Vanity URL Best Practices for Creating Trustworthy Connections

Craft perfect vanity URLs with these best practices, and elevate your branding today!

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Digital Marketing

Enhancing Email Productivity with Bitly: Smarter, Faster Campaigns

Find out how short links can improve any email campaign.

Read article: How to Automate Order Confirmations using Bitly Links
Customer Experience

How to Automate Order Confirmations using Bitly Links

Use Bitly to automate order confirmation and improve every customer interaction.

Read article: How QR Codes and Short Links Boost Healthcare Communication
Healthcare

How QR Codes and Short Links Boost Healthcare Communication

Short links and QR Codes simplify healthcare communication.

Read article: How to Use Scalable Secure Short Links at Scale
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How to Use Scalable Secure Short Links at Scale

Create and manage secure short links at scale with Bitly.

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