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# Custom Link Shortener

## How to setup a custom link shortener:

1. Go into [Settings](https://manager.cymbal.co/settings/organization)
2. Select [Domain](https://manager.cymbal.co/settings/domain)
3. Select setup "Custom link shortener"

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4. Enter your domain name&#x20;

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5. You can create your own sub domain name, we recommend a simple sub domain like "t"

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6. You will then be prompted to connect your [DNS records](https://docs.cymbal.co/help/setting-up-cymbal/domain-setup-dns/adding-dns-records)
7. If it says **pending** then your records are not connected

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8. When your records have a check mark then your custom link shortener is ready to use

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## Why a custom link shortener is useful:

1. In the text campaign editor you are able to dynamically add events (by typing **/** in the text box)
2. Once an event is added, your custom link will be used in the text campaign to create a cleaner appearance and ensure the data remains trackable.

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