👋 1. Creating Your 1link.ng Account

Setting up your account is the first step, and it only takes a moment. Here’s a detailed overview:

Step-by-Step Setup

1. Visit the Sign-up Page Open your browser and go to the 1link.ng sign-up area. You’ll see a simple form requesting basic details.
2. Enter Your Information You’ll be asked for: Your email addressA username (this can be your personal name, brand name, or handle)A secure passwordChoose something unique but safe — you’ll be using this password often.
3. Your email address
4. A username (this can be your personal name, brand name, or handle)
5. A secure password
6. Verify Your Email Address After signing up, you’ll receive an email with a verification link. Click the link to confirm your account. This step helps protect your profile and enables full platform features.
7. Log In to Your Account Once verified, return to 1link.ng and sign in using your newly created credentials.
8. Complete Optional Profile Setup You may later upload a profile picture, your brand logo, and basic details to personalize your experience.

👍 Friendly Tips During Setup

• Use an email that you check daily.
• If your brand or username is taken, try adding “official,” “hq,” or your city name.
• Create a strong password (mix of letters, numbers, symbols).I

🏠 2. Exploring Your Dashboard (The Command Center)

Once logged in, you’ll land on your dashboard — the heart of your 1link.ng experience. Everything you create, monitor, and manage starts from here.

Let’s break down every major part you’ll see:

📌 Dashboard Overview Panel

This is the first thing you’ll notice — a clear summary of your overall performance.

Here’s what you can typically find:

• Total Clicks Shows how many people interacted with your links or pages.
• Recent Activity A live stream of clicks, page visits, QR scans, and engagement.
• Performance Trends Visual graphs that show how your traffic changes over time.
• Top Performing Links Instantly see which of your links are driving the most activity.

This section is extremely helpful for quickly checking how well your content is performing without diving into detailed analytics.

🌐 3. Bio Pages Section

Bio pages are the core feature for many users — a single beautiful page that holds all your important links and information.

What You Can Do Here:

• Create unlimited layouts depending on your plan.
• Add custom buttons, images, videos, social icons, and text sections.
• Reorder blocks using a friendly drag-and-drop editor.
• Add music links, contact forms, payment buttons, and more (depending on features enabled).
• Instantly preview how your page looks on mobile.

Why Bio Pages Are Powerful:

• They work on all social platforms.
• They help you centralize your brand identity.
• You can personalize everything (fonts, colors, headers).
• They’re the easiest way to manage your online presence.

🔗 4. Smart Short Links

Short links help make long URLs clean, shareable, and trackable.

Here’s what you can do in this section:

Features:

• Create short links with custom slugs (e.g., 1link.ng/yourname).
• Add routing rules: By device (different links for Android, iOS, Desktop)By country (localize your traffic)
• By device (different links for Android, iOS, Desktop)
• By country (localize your traffic)
• Add UTM parameters for analytics.
• Track clicks in real time.
• Group links into campaigns.

Example:

If you’re promoting music:

• iPhone users → Apple Music
• Android users → Spotify
• Nigerian visitors → Boomplay All using just one smart link.

📱 5. QR Code Generator

A very underrated but powerful feature.

You can:

• Generate QR codes for any of your links or pages.
• Customize style, shapes, and colors.
• Download them in high-quality PNG/SVG formats.
• Use them on posters, flyers, business cards, or events.

Everything you track with a short link is also tracked through the QR code.

🎨 6. Templates

If you're not sure how you want your bio page to look, templates make your life easier.

Template Features:

• Beautiful pre-made designs.
• Categories such as: InfluencerBusinessMusic artistFreelancerAgencyE-commerce
• Influencer
• Business
• Music artist
• Freelancer
• Agency
• E-commerce
• Customizable without needing design skills.
• Updated regularly so you always have fresh layout ideas.

Templates are perfect if you want to launch your page in under 5 minutes.

📊 7. Analytics & Insights

This section is for users who want deeper performance understanding.

Here’s what you can monitor:

Types of Data You See:

• Total clicks
• Unique visitors
• Most clicked links
• Country breakdown
• Device breakdown
• Browser data
• Referral sources (Instagram, WhatsApp, X, TikTok, etc.)
• Real-time activity

Why It Matters:

Analytics show what your audience likes, where they come from, and how they behave — essential information for growing your brand or business.

🔒 8. Settings & Account Management

This is where you control everything behind the scenes.

What You Can Manage:

• Profile Information: name, username, profile photo
• Security: password changes, two-factor authentication
• Billing & Subscription: upgrade plan, payment history
• Integrations: Google AnalyticsMeta PixelEmail marketing toolsCRM services
• Google Analytics
• Meta Pixel
• Email marketing tools
• CRM services
• Custom Domain Setup: Connect your own domainSet up DNSAdd SSLImprove branding
• Connect your own domain
• Set up DNS
• Add SSL
• Improve branding

🚀 3. Getting Comfortable With the Interface

The entire platform is designed to be simple and friendly.

What Makes It Easy:

• Drag-and-drop editing
• Live previews
• Simple navigation sidebar
• Visual analytics
• Clean, modern layout
• Mobile-first design

Even if you’re not tech-savvy, you’ll feel at home quickly.

⭐ 4. Your First Steps as a New User (Recommended)

To make your 1link.ng experience smooth, here’s what you should do right away:

1. Create your first bio page
2. Add a profile picture or logo
3. Add your most important links
4. Customize your theme colors and fonts
5. Generate your first short link
6. Share your new bio link on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, WhatsApp, etc.
7. Check analytics after 24 hours to see your first results

This gives you a strong start and helps you learn the platform quickly.

❓ 5. Frequently Asked Questions (Expanded)

Q: Can I create more than one bio page?

Yes! Many creators and businesses use multiple pages for different audiences, brands, or campaigns.

Q: Do I need any design or coding experience?

Not at all. Everything is beginner-friendly with beautiful templates.

Q: Can I track who clicks my links?

Yes. You’ll see analytics like:

• device
• country
• platform
• referral source
• number of clicks

Q: How do I reset my password?

Go to Settings → Security → Reset Password.

Q: Can I use my own domain?

Yes! You can connect a custom domain for professional branding (e.g., links.yourbrand.com).