Description
This very simple plugin generates a Bitly shortlink and saves it to your WordPress database.
It does this via two different methods:
- Publish a page or post for the first time
- Click the generate all button
Screenshots
This is where you can add your Bitly API token and generate short URLs for all posts and pages. Location: Dashboard > Settings > Reading.
FAQ
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How do I get a Bitly API token?
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You’ll need to register for an account with Bitly. Once you’ve got one, take a look at this guide on getting your API token.
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Where do I enter my Bitly API token?
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Login to the WordPress Dashboard, Settings, then Reading. Scroll to the bottom and you’ll see “DanP Bitly URLs: API Token”. Enter your token and click save.
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How do I generate a new Bitly short URL?
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Either:
- Publish a new post or page for the first time
- Login to the WordPress Dashboard, Settings, then Reading. Scroll to the bottom and you’ll see “DanP Bitly URLs: API Token”. Click the “Update all short URLs” button.
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Contributors & Developers
“DanP Bitly URLs” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.
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Changelog
1.0
- This is the first version!
1.1
- API token is now checked for validity on saving that option
- Shortcode to output Bitly shortened URL introduced