How to Use the Affiliate Link Redirect & Cloaking Code Maker
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Enter your long destination affiliate URL with tracking tokens.
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Set your preferred clean path slug (e.g. `/go/hosting` or `/recommends/tool`).
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Select redirect type: Instant HTML Meta-Refresh, JavaScript redirect, or Apache/Nginx rewrite rule.
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Download a self-contained `index.html` file to upload to your folder or copy the redirect rules.
Practical Example & Use Case
Common Real-World Scenario
Converting an unsightly `https://affiliate.example.com/click?pid=123&offer_id=456&sub1=campaign` link into a clean `mysite.com/recommends/hosting` redirect.
Technical Notes & Limitations
Browser Engine Architecture
Generates client-side and server-side redirect templates adhering to FTC affiliate disclosure best practices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does cloaking affiliate links harm SEO?
No, provided you use `rel="sponsored"` or `rel="nofollow"` attributes so search engines understand the commercial nature of the outbound link.