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Link Cloaking
WP All Import - Link Cloaking Add-on is a WordPress plugin by Soflyy that extends WP All Import. It replaces long, messy affiliate and external URLs with short, clean links, and it can do this automatically while your data is being imported or updated.
- Version
- 1.1.5
- Released
- Jun 2, 2021
- Developer
- WP All Import
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Requires
- WooCommerce
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $6.39 a year on its own
- Topics
- Affiliate Plugins
What’s new in Link Cloaking 1.1.5
Version 1.1.5
Latest
- FixedCloaked link redirect didn't work in some cases
What it does
Affiliate links tend to be long and cluttered with IDs and tracking parameters. They look untidy in posts and product pages, and the exposed affiliate details can be tampered with. This add-on hides those URLs behind clean, branded links that redirect visitors to the original destination. Because it works inside WP All Import, links are cloaked as part of your import, so you don't have to edit each one by hand after the content lands on your site.
It fits best on sites that bring in content in bulk, such as affiliate product catalogs or blogs that pull in large link lists. When you run an import or update, links are cloaked automatically, which keeps the link structure consistent across every post and product page and cuts down on manual errors. You can shape the cloaked link format to suit your brand and permalink structure. The plugin requires WooCommerce.
Best for
- Affiliate sites importing large product or link catalogs
- Bloggers who publish many affiliate links
- Marketers running frequent bulk content imports
Features
Cloaking during import
Affiliate and external links are cloaked automatically as WP All Import brings in or updates your data, so bulk content arrives with clean links already in place.
Clean, branded URLs
Long and messy URLs are replaced with short, readable links that look tidy in posts and on product pages and redirect visitors to the original destination.
Works with WP All Import
The add-on plugs into your existing WP All Import workflows, so link cloaking becomes part of the imports you already run instead of a separate task.
Hidden affiliate details
Affiliate IDs and tracking parameters are kept out of sight, which helps guard against commission theft and people editing your links to remove your referral.
Custom link formats
You can adjust how cloaked links are built so they match your brand style and the permalink structure your site already uses.
Trackable links
Cloaked links are compatible with tracking tools, so you can keep an eye on how your links are clicked and adjust your marketing based on what you see.
Clear settings
Configuration uses straightforward settings, so both newcomers and experienced users can set up cloaked links without much trouble.
Questions about Link Cloaking
Do I need WP All Import to use this?
Yes. This is an add-on for WP All Import, and its main job is to cloak links while WP All Import imports or updates your content. It also requires WooCommerce to be active on your site.
Will it cloak links in content I import in bulk?
Yes. Links are cloaked automatically during bulk imports and updates, which saves you from editing each link manually and keeps the format consistent across every imported post or product page.
Can I control what the cloaked links look like?
You can customize the link format so cloaked links match your brand style and your site's permalink structure. That way the short links look like a natural part of your site.
Does cloaking help protect my affiliate commissions?
Cloaked links hide affiliate IDs and tracking parameters from visitors. This makes it harder for someone to strip out or swap your referral details, which helps guard against commission theft and link manipulation.
Is Link Cloaking free?
The code of Link Cloaking is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. GPL Feast is a paid service: a plan or a single purchase gives you the download and automatic updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.
Which version of Link Cloaking is this?
Version 1.1.5, released Jun 2, 2021. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update Link Cloaking?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of Link Cloaking automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
What does Link Cloaking need?
Link Cloaking needs WooCommerce installed and active.
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