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A dumb link simply directs a user from point A to point B. It is a static pathway. When you use a modern link management service to cut your URLs, you are creating a smart link. This new URL acts as a gateway. It still directs the user to point B, but it can also collect data, change destinations based on the user’s device, or expire after a certain date. CuT URLs
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