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by kgtm 5473 days ago
Is it really necessary to disguise a Linode referrer link using bit.ly in the homepage? I would be more inclined to click it if it wasn't masked...
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fnando 5473 days ago
I just wanted to see how many clicks that would have, but you're right. Just removed the link since I just don't care. ;)
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mcantor 5473 days ago
You might be able to do a quick happy medium by generating a "vanity url" such as bit.ly/sneaky-affiliate-link or something.
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JonnieCache 5473 days ago
Or perhaps a sneaky bit of javascript to track click events on that link via ajax.
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