Web Link Distribution

Create shareable links to distribute your survey anywhere on the web.

Creating a Web Link Collector

1. Go to your survey’s Collect tab
2. Click Web Link
3. Click Create New Collector

Getting Your Link

Once created, you’ll see your survey URL:

https://survey.surveymethods.com/s/ABC123

Copy Options

• Click Copy Link for the full URL
• Use Short Link for a condensed version
• Generate QR Code for print materials

Customizing Your Link

Custom URL Slug

Create a memorable link:

1. Click Edit Link
2. Enter custom slug
3. Save

Example: survey.surveymethods.com/s/customer-feedback-2024

Custom Domain (Enterprise)

Use your own domain:

• surveys.yourcompany.com/feedback

Collector Settings

Response Limits

• Total responses - Cap total submissions
• Per person - Limit using cookies/IP
• Date range - Open/close automatically

Access Control

• Open - Anyone with link can respond
• Password protected - Require password
• Closed - Temporarily disable

Multiple Responses

• Allow multiple submissions per person
• Prevent duplicates
• Track by IP or cookies

Where to Share

Social Media

• Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn
• Include compelling description
• Use shortened link

Email Signature

Add to your email signature for passive collection.

Website

Link from your website or blog.

QR Codes

Print on:

• Flyers and posters
• Business cards
• Product packaging
• Event materials

Messaging Apps

Share via WhatsApp, Slack, Teams, etc.

Tracking Performance

Collector Statistics

Monitor for each web link:

• Views (link clicks)
• Starts
• Completions
• Completion rate

Multiple Collectors

Create separate links to track different channels:

• One for Twitter
• One for email signature
• One for website

Anonymous vs. Tracked

Anonymous Responses

Default web link behavior:

• No identifying information collected
• Respondent privacy protected
• Good for sensitive surveys

Tracked Responses

To identify respondents:

• Use email collector instead
• Or add identifying questions
• Or use URL parameters

URL Parameters

Pass data via URL for tracking or personalization.

Adding Parameters

https://survey.surveymethods.com/s/ABC123?source=twitter&campaign=spring

Using Parameters

• Track source/campaign
• Pre-fill questions
• Personalize experience
• Connect to external systems

Best Practices

Link Longevity

• Keep links active for expected response time
• Don’t delete collectors with active responses
• Archive instead of delete

Sharing Tips

• Include clear description
• Set expectations (time to complete)
• Explain purpose
• Thank in advance

Security

• Use password protection for sensitive surveys
• Monitor for suspicious activity
• Set reasonable response limits

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