A Scheduled Link Is Not Active Yet
Scheduled links are controlled by the Pro Start Date field.
How Scheduled Links Work
If a link has a Start Date in the future, it will not send visitors to the Target URL until that date arrives.
Before the Start Date, visitors are sent to the deactivated destination.
Check the Start Date
- Edit the link.
- Open Advanced Options.
- Check the Start Date.
If the date is in the future, the link is working as scheduled.
Check the Link Status
The link must still be active. If the Status is manually switched off, the link will remain inactive even after the Start Date.
Check the Expiry Date
If the Expiry Date has already passed, the link may be expired before it has a chance to run.
Check the Site Timezone
GoshLinks uses the WordPress site time when evaluating dates. Check the WordPress timezone in Settings > General if a link appears to start on the wrong day.
How To Make the Link Active Now
- Remove the Start Date, or set it to today or an earlier date.
- Make sure Status is active.
- Make sure the link is not already expired.
- Save the link and test the short URL again.