When is a custom short name worth using?
A custom name helps when the link will be read aloud, printed, or placed in a campaign where recognition matters. Keep it brief and connected to the destination so recipients are not surprised after opening it. The example allows an optional custom name; check for confusing spellings and decide how to handle a name that has already been claimed.
What can click counts tell me about a shared link?
They can show whether a link is being opened and help compare activity across different destinations. Counts alone do not identify a person, explain why they clicked, or prove that a visit led to a sale. Use the sample’s totals as a basic signal, and pair them with other measures only when you have a clear reason and an appropriate privacy notice.
What should I check before distributing a shortened link?
Open the short link yourself and confirm that it reaches the intended page, especially after changing the destination. A typo or outdated target can send many recipients to the wrong place. The example makes link creation quick, so build a small review step into your process: verify the destination, test on a phone, and keep an owner who can correct a mistake.