Every Gravatar account comes with a free customizable profile page — the original link-in-bio and your home on the web.
A few months ago, we rolled out the ability to customize your profile URL. Based on the positive feedback and overwhelming interest, we decided to take it a step further by partnering with .link to roll out custom domains.
The best part: act now, and your personalized .link domain is on us (as in free!) for the first year.
How it works
All users have the ability to set a custom “slug” for their profile URLs, which means you can send people to something that looks like this:
gravatar.com/yourusername
While that’s a great start, many users, brands, and businesses like using their own domain. That means that the link you share on your profiles, email signatures, business cards, etc. will look more like this:
yourusername.link
Why you should be excited:
- It puts your brand or identity first
- It’s easy to remember
- Custom domains are more trustworthy and receive almost 30% higher click-through rates than generic links.
- Using a custom domain levels up your professionalism and credibility.
- You can use it to connect your presence across the web.
Step 1: Start by logging in to your profile on Gravatar.com
Step 2: You will land on your profile dashboard. At the very top left corner of the screen, you will see an area with your current URL and a headline that says ”Your profile URL is” with gravatar.com/yourusername. Just to the right, you will see two text links. Click on the one that says “Change”.
Step 3: You should automatically see the .link domain that matches your current username, go ahead and click on the ‘Claim domain’ link.
Step 4: You will be taken to a checkout screen for your domain, but the price will be $0 for the first year of registration. Proceed with the checkout process and we’ll handle the rest. You can search for other available .link domains to use, too.
Then What?
Once you’ve secured your custom .link domain, the magic really begins. Here’s how you can maximize the benefits and make the most out of your new digital identity:
- Integrate Across Platforms: Update your profiles on social media, professional networks, and other online platforms to include your new .link domain. This ensures a consistent and professional online presence.
- Enhance Your Email Signature: Replace your current profile link with your new custom .link domain in your email signature. This looks more professional and makes it easier for contacts to remember and visit your profile.
- Business Cards and Marketing Materials: Include your .link domain on your business cards, brochures, and other marketing materials. This small change can significantly enhance the credibility and professionalism of your brand.
- Track Engagement: Use URL tracking tools to monitor the performance of your new domain. This will help you understand where your traffic is coming from and how people engage with your profile.
Join the Movement
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your online identity and stand out in the digital space. By hosting your Gravatar profile on a custom .link domain, you’re not just adopting a new URL; you’re embracing a new era of digital identity.
With more services like Bluesky offering domains as usernames, this space will continue to grow.
Additional domain extensions (like .com, .me, .blog, and more) will become available for a fee in the future.
Why .link?
The .link domain is more than just an address on the web. It’s a declaration of connectivity, a badge of identity in the digital realm, and a key to unlocking a world where your online presence is seen and felt. By reserving your unique .link domain, you’re taking full control of your connected identity on the web while building a more memorable and trustworthy brand.
Feel free to share your experiences and feedback with us. We’re excited to see how you’ll leverage your new .link domain to elevate your digital footprint.
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