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Getting Started with s.id

Your step-by-step guide to creating links, microsites, and QR codes for your digital campaigns.

Build a dependable first workflow

Start with the essentials, verify every destination, then add advanced capabilities only when you need them.

  1. 01

    Create Your Account

    Create an account with email or Google and begin on the free plan without entering a credit card.

    • Visit s.id and click 'Get Started Free'
    • Enter your email or use Google sign-in
    • Verify your email
    • Complete your profile
  2. 02

    Create Your First Short Link

    Turn long URLs into concise, shareable s.id links and add the campaign controls available on your plan.

    • Click 'Create Link' in your dashboard
    • Paste your long URL
    • Customize your short link slug (optional)
    • Add UTM parameters for tracking (optional)
    • Click 'Create' and share your link
  3. 03

    Build Your First Microsite

    Launch a beautiful campaign page without writing any code.

    • Go to 'Microsites' and click 'New Microsite'
    • Choose a template or start blank
    • Customize colors, fonts, and layout
    • Add your content (text, images, buttons)
    • Preview and publish your microsite
  4. 04

    Generate a QR Code

    Turn an s.id link into a QR code for packaging, signage, menus, and other offline touchpoints.

    • Create or open the s.id link you want to share
    • Open the QR code option for that link
    • Choose the template and colors available on your plan
    • Download the high-resolution PNG
    • Test the final file before printing or sharing
  5. 05

    Track Your Analytics

    Monitor link and QR code performance using the data available in your dashboard.

    • Access 'Analytics' from your dashboard
    • View available click, location, traffic source, and device data
    • Compare the performance of multiple links
    • Use the data to evaluate your campaigns
    • Check the reporting period before drawing conclusions
  6. 06

    Explore Advanced Features

    Choose advanced features based on your needs and the s.id plan you use.

    • Connect a custom domain when your plan includes it
    • Review the available plan options
    • Set up an API integration when needed
    • Read the documentation before connecting systems
    • Test the workflow before wider use

Small improvements that compound

Make every link easier to recognize, measure, and trust before you share it widely.

Easier to recognize

Use a clear alias

Choose a short, descriptive path that tells people what they will open.

Cleaner reporting

Label campaign traffic

Apply a consistent UTM naming convention when the destination analytics platform needs campaign context.

Fewer broken journeys

Test before launch

Open the destination and scan the final QR artwork on the devices your audience is likely to use.

Ready to get started?

Create your free account and put a verified link, microsite, or QR workflow into motion.