Connecting your link shortener in SocialBu
Long and cluttered URLs can make your social media posts look unpolished and less engaging. To keep your posts clean and professional, SocialBu offers a Link Shortening feature that lets you connect a third-party URL shortener. This ensures your links are automatically shortened whenever you schedule or publish content.
Follow the steps below to connect your link shortener in SocialBu.
✅ Step-by-Step Guide
1. Log in to Your SocialBu Account
Access your SocialBu dashboard by logging in with your account credentials.
2. Open the Link Shortener Settings
In the top-right corner, click on your account name to open the dropdown menu.
From the list of options, select Link Shorteners.
3. Click on “Connect”
You’ll be taken to the Link Shorteners page. Click the Connect button to begin the integration process.
4. Choose Your Link Shortening Service
A list of available link shorteners will appear (such as LinkMngr, Bitly, or others depending on availability).
Select the one you wish to connect.
5. Authorize Access
You will be redirected to the selected service’s authentication page. Log in (if required), and grant SocialBu the necessary permissions to access and manage your shortened links.
6. Select Social Media Accounts
Once the connection is successful, you’ll be prompted to assign the link shortener to specific social media profiles.
Choose the accounts where you want SocialBu to automatically shorten links in your posts.
🎯 Best Practices
- Use branded short URLs if supported by your link shortener to increase trust and click-through rates.
- Assign different shorteners to different accounts (if needed) for better tracking and organization.
- Monitor link performance using the analytics tools offered by your link shortener.
🛠️Troubleshooting Tips
- Issue Connecting? Make sure you’re logged into the correct account on the link shortening service in another browser tab.
- Authorization Failed? Clear your browser cache or try a private/incognito window.
- Can’t See Social Accounts? Ensure you’ve already connected your social media profiles to SocialBu.
💬Need Help?
If you face any issues while setting up your link shortener or need further assistance, feel free to contact our support team through the in-app chat or email us. We're here to help!