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Include 'https' or 'http' in Zendesk Links

Learn why it's important to include 'https' or 'http' when adding links in Zendesk articles to avoid broken links.

Do I need to include 'https' or 'http' when adding links in Zendesk articles?

Yes, you should include 'https' or 'http' when adding links in Zendesk articles. This ensures that the links are not saved as relative paths or anchor links, which can lead to broken links.

When you add a link using the Insert/edit Link prompt, make sure to include the full protocol (e.g., http:// or https://). If you only enter the domain or use 'www.', Zendesk will interpret it incorrectly, potentially leading to a broken link. For more details, you can refer to theHelp Center article editor toolbar reference.


More related questions

If you don't use 'https' or 'http' in your Zendesk article links, the links may be interpreted incorrectly, leading to broken links. This is because Zendesk might save them as relative paths or anchor links. For instance, entering a link like…

Using the full protocol in Zendesk links is necessary to ensure that the links function correctly. Without it, links might be misinterpreted and lead to incorrect or broken paths. The Help Center requires the full protocol (http:// or https://) to…

No, using 'www.' alone when inserting links in Zendesk articles is not sufficient. It can lead to the link being misinterpreted and result in a broken link. Zendesk requires the full protocol (http:// or https://) to correctly process the link. If…

How does Zendesk interpret links without a protocol?

Zendesk interprets links without a protocol as part of its own domain structure, which can lead to broken links. This happens because the system defaults to a relative path or anchor link. For example, if you enter a link like 'aol.com' without…

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