Instead of using default links, use custom back-halves to create meaningful, branded links.
As a real-world example, one independent developer tried to share a link to an installer for his open-source Windows software via Bitly. He encountered a warning page stating: "Stop - there might be a problem with the requested link" and "Spam and malware is very often propagated by exploiting these loopholes" . Bitly flagged his clean file as potentially problematic. bitly rosoft win
So, what made Bitly so popular? One reason was its simplicity. Bitly's URL shortener was easy to use, and it allowed users to shorten URLs in just a few clicks. But another reason was its analytics capabilities. Bitly provided users with detailed analytics on their shortened URLs, including the number of clicks, the location of the clicks, and the devices used to access the links. This made it an attractive tool for marketers and businesses looking to track the performance of their online campaigns. Instead of using default links, use custom back-halves
: Use triggers to auto-generate Bitly links and broadcast them across Microsoft Teams channels or Outlook emails the moment a new product page goes live. 4. Security and Trust on the Windows Platform Bitly flagged his clean file as potentially problematic
Recent webinars and guides discuss using AI tools like Copilot to help generate content, which often includes using Bitly links for streamlined distribution.
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