> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://shortpen.com/docs/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# What’s new in ShortPen: Release notes and changelog

> All ShortPen product updates in one place. Browse highlights and jump to docs for setup and best practices.

Welcome to the ShortPen changelog. Here you’ll find **concise release notes** with links to the most relevant docs so you can **try features right away**.

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## Release timeline

### Sep 23, 2026

* **Free .link domain**: annual plans now include one free `.link` domain. ShortPen registers it, connects it, and renews it every year while your annual plan is active. No DNS records to add → [How to claim your free .link domain in ShortPen](/docs/domains/free-link-domain)

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### Jun 17, 2026

* **Campaign (UTM) analytics**: a new Campaign breakdown in link analytics groups traffic by UTM Source, Medium, Campaign, Content, and Term. Click any value to filter the whole dashboard → [How to view UTM campaign breakdowns in ShortPen Analytics](/docs/analytics/link-level-analytics/utm-campaign-analytics)
* **Custom 404 redirect**: send visitors who open a non-existing link on your domain to a page you choose, instead of an error page → [How to set a custom 404 redirect in ShortPen](/docs/domains/custom-404-redirect)
* **Link notes**: add an optional internal note (up to 300 characters) to any link for context, briefs, or reminders. Internal only, never shown to visitors → [Components of a ShortPen Link](/docs/link-management/links/link-components)

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### Apr 30, 2026

* **Bulk link editing**: select multiple links from the list and edit destination URL, branded URL, or title in one pass, without opening each link individually.

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### Apr 06, 2026

* **New sidebar**: redesigned navigation with a dedicated Collections section (Folders and Tags) and a cleaner Settings menu for faster access to what you need.
* **Folder and tag stats**: view performance stats at the folder and tag level directly, without opening individual links.
* **QR code list**: the main link list now includes QR codes alongside regular links. A separate QR-only list is also available for a focused view.

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### Mar 25, 2026

* **API link editing**: update existing links programmatically. Change destinations, slugs, UTMs, and redirect rules without touching the dashboard → [API link editing documentation](/docs/api-reference/endpoint/edit-link)

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### Feb 10, 2026

* **Dark mode**: added full Dark Mode support across the ShortPen dashboard for a more comfortable viewing experience in low-light environments.

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### Jan 12, 2026

* **Brand new analytics**: completely [redesigned link-level](/docs/analytics/link-level-analytics/link-level-metrics) and [workspace analytics](/docs/analytics/workspace-level-analytics/workspace-level-metrics) with a new UI, real-time activity feed, and deeper event tracking insights.
* **New Help Center**: a central place for FAQs, guides, and full developer documentation.
* **Performance improvements**: faster loading and smoother navigation for large workspaces, high link volumes, and heavy analytics usage.

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### Aug 08, 2025

* **Redesigned link creation**: streamlined sidebar and quicker steps → [How to create a link in ShortPen](/docs/link-management/links/link-creation)
* **Tags for organization**: add tags to any link → [How tags work in ShortPen](/docs/key-concepts/tags-overview)
* **Safer links**: improved checks to keep destinations clean and trustworthy
* **Quality-of-life**: one-click [duplication](/docs/link-management/links/link-duplication), subtle UI refinements, performance boosts

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### Jul 04, 2025

* **Shopify app**: install to **auto-track purchases, signups, forms** → [Shopify integration](/docs/integrations/native-integrations/shopify-integration)
* **Automations**: connect with **Zapier** and **Make** to create links, sync data, trigger events → [Overview of integrations in ShortPen](/docs/key-concepts/integrations-overview)
* **Performance**: faster workspace switching and analytics loading

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### Jun 03, 2025

* **Event & conversion tracking**: measure what happens after the click (signups, purchases, custom) → [Understanding events and conversions in ShortPen](/docs/key-concepts/events-and-conversions-overview)
* **Pricing refresh**: stronger **Free plan** (unlimited clicks/links/retention + monthly tracked events; single user/workspace/domain) → [Plans & limits](/docs/account-billing-security/plans-and-limits/plans-and-limits)

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### Apr 14, 2025

* **Custom Share Preview**: Set **image**, **title**, and **description** for each link preview\
  → [How to customize social share previews in ShortPen](/docs/link-management/links-settings/social-share-previews)

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### Apr 07, 2025

* **New UI**: cleaner layout, faster navigation, mobile-friendly
* **Organizations & Workspaces**: multi-user collaboration with role-based access → [Organization](/docs/key-concepts/organization-overview) • [Workspaces](/docs/key-concepts/workspaces-overview) • [Roles & permissions](/docs/key-concepts/roles-and-permissions)


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