🔗Links

SUMMARY

1. Access ListGadget

   • Log into your ListGadget account.

   • Navigate to the "Gadgets" section and select "Links."

2. Create a New Link

   • Click on "Create New Link."

   • Choose between a simple link (text only) or a fancy link (with styling).

   • For a simple link:

     • Enter the URL (e.g., a YouTube video link).

     • Optionally, add anchor text (e.g., "Click here to watch my latest video").

     • Check the box to connect to a leaderboard if desired.

   • For a fancy link:

     • Enter the URL and allow the system to auto-fetch the image, title, and description.

     • Adjust any fetched details manually if necessary.

     • Style the link according to your brand presets or leave it as plain text.

3. Embed HTML Code

   • After creating the link, click on "Embed HTML."

   • Copy the generated HTML code.

   • Open your email provider and navigate to the section where you can add or edit HTML.

   • Paste the HTML code into the email body. Ensure to check the comments indicating the start and end of the link embed.

4. Confirm Merge Tag

   • Ensure the email provider's merge tag is correctly set in the HTML. This tag is crucial for tracking points.

   • Example: For the provider "Sendy," the merge tag should look like [Email].

5. Test the Link

   • Send a test email to yourself to verify that the link works correctly and that points are being tracked.

   • Click the link in the test email to ensure it redirects properly and that the points are awarded.

6. Finalize and Send

   • Once testing is successful, finalize your email and send it to your subscriber list.

Cautionary Notes

• Always triple-check the merge tag specific to your email provider to avoid issues with point tracking.

• Test every link before sending to ensure functionality and correct point allocation.

• Be aware that auto-fetching details for fancy links may not always work; manual adjustments may be necessary.