Shortcode direct link to protected content


Overview

The Direct Link shortcode allows you to create special links that are only visible to people who have already exist as contacts in IMMRs database. This is useful when you want to share protected content (like recorded webinars) with registered participants.

When to Use

Use this shortcode when you want to:

  • Give registered participants direct access to recorded webinar videos.
  • Provide access to presentation slides or additional materials
  • Share follow-up resources with webinar participants
  • Create a seamless experience for returning participants

How It Works

  1. When someone registers for your webinar, Mautic automatically tracks them
  2. When they return to your website, the shortcode checks if they're registered
  3. If they are registered, they'll see a direct link to the protected content
  4. If they haven't registered, the link won't appear at all

Using the Shortcode

Basic Usage

Add this shortcode to any page where you want the direct link to appear:

{direct_link_to_protected_content url="YOUR-PROTECTED-PAGE-URL"}Click here to watch the recorded webinar!{/direct_link_to_protected_content}

Replace:

  • YOUR-PROTECTED-PAGE-URL with the actual URL of your protected content
  • The text between the opening and closing tags with your desired link text
  • {} with [] to make the shortcode work!

Example

{direct_link_to_protected_content url="https://monreform.org/protected/webinar-recording-2024"}You're already registered! Click here to watch the webinar recording.{/direct_link_to_protected_content}


Best Practices

Placement

  • Place the shortcode on the same page where new visitors register for the webinar
  • Put it above the registration form to make it easily visible for returning participants
  • Consider adding a heading like "Already Registered?" above the shortcode

Link Text

Use clear and welcoming text like:

  • "Already registered? Click here to watch the recording"
  • "Welcome back! Access the webinar materials here"
  • "You're registered! Click here to continue to the webinar"

Protected Content

  • Make sure the URL you link to is actually protected (using the restrict shortcode)
  • Double-check the URL to ensure it's correct
  • Test the link while logged in as a registered participant

Common Scenarios

Post-Webinar Resources



Troubleshooting

Link Not Appearing?

If registered users report they can't see the link:

  1. Verify they're accessing the page with the same browser/device they used to register
  2. Check that they've accepted cookies
  3. Ensure they haven't cleared their browser data since registering

Testing the Link

To test if the shortcode is working:

  1. Test using inkognito browser window - with no cookies no link should appear
  2. Test visiting the page in you normal web browser - if you have registered for newsletter or the event, then then link should appear!
  3. Click the link to ensure it leads to the correct protected content

Need Help?

If you encounter any issues or need assistance:

  • Contact the plugin developer at support@monreform.org
  • Include the URL where you're using the shortcode
  • Describe what you're trying to achieve
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