Yourls is an open source URL shortener that allows you to create custom short URLs for sharing and tracking purposes. It helps you generate short links, set custom aliases, and manage URL settings securely. Yourls is a tool for managing URLs, tracking clicks, and analyzing traffic. It provides a user-friendly interface, advanced features, and customization options to meet your specific needs. Yourls is highly customizable, allowing you to create custom short URLs, track clicks, and analyze traffic effectively.
Login
On your first visit to the site, you will be presented with the login/signup screen.
When your instance is first created, an account is created for you with the email you chose. You can get the password for this account by going to your Elestio dashboard and clicking on the "Show Password" button.
Enter your username and password and click the "Login" button.
Creating URL
Creating a URL in Yourls is where you can shorten a long URL to a shorter one. It helps you create custom short URLs for sharing and tracking purposes. You can generate short URLs, set custom aliases, and manage URL settings securely. The URL shortening allows you to create short links for long URLs, making them easier to share and remember. This feature is particularly useful for tracking clicks, analyzing traffic, and optimizing your marketing campaigns. Enter the url in the url field and add custom alias if needed. Click on the "Shorten The URL" button to create the short URL.
Traffic Statistics
Traffic statistics in Yourls are the analytics of the URLs that you have shortened. Statistics help in managing the URLs by providing information about their performance and usage. You can view the statistics of URLs to get insights into the number of clicks, referrers, etc. Statistics are essential for tracking and managing your URLs, allowing you to monitor their performance and make data-driven decisions. By using statistics, you can identify popular links, optimize campaigns, and improve user engagement. Statistics provide a summary of URLs, helping you stay informed and achieve your goals effectively.
Bookmarklets
Bookmarklets in Yourls are browser tools that allow you to shorten URLs directly from your browser. Bookmarklets help in managing the URLs by providing a quick and easy way to create short links. You can add bookmarklets to your browser's bookmarks bar and use them to shorten URLs with a single click. This is particularly useful for sharing links on social media, email, or other platforms without leaving the page you are on. By using bookmarklets, you can save time, streamline your workflow, and create short links on the go.
Plugins
Plugins in Yourls are additional features and functionalities that you can add to your URL shortener. Plugins help in extending the capabilities of Yourls by providing customizations, integrations, and enhancements. You can install plugins to add new functionalities, such as custom URL formats, social sharing options, and analytics tracking. This allows you to tailor Yourls to your specific needs and requirements, making it a versatile tool for managing URLs. By using plugins, you can enhance the user experience, improve productivity, and optimize your URL shortening process.
