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Half Baked Link Injection lets you define simple rules that automatically replace whole-word phrases with links when WordPress renders post and page content.
It is designed for clean, predictable linking that stays out of your way. Rules are applied only to <code>the_content</code>, and existing links are never modified. This makes it useful for SEO hygiene, internal linking, and turning recurring terms into consistent references without editing each post manually.
<h4>How it works</h4>
Create one or more injection rules. Each rule includes: 
* A phrase (whole-word matching is always used) 
* A destination URL (internal relative links or external URLs) 
* Optional settings like case sensitivity, where it applies, and how often it triggers
When a post or page is displayed, the plugin scans only the text portions of the content and injects links where appropriate. It will not touch phrases inside existing <code><a></code> tags, and it skips script and style blocks to avoid breaking markup.
<h4>Targeting and control</h4>
Rules can be scoped and prioritized so you stay in control when phrases overlap or your site grows. 
* Post type targeting: apply a rule to Posts, Pages, or both 
* Priority ordering: lower numbers win when multiple rules could match the same spot 
* Tie-breaking: if priorities match, newer rules win
<h4>Occurrence options</h4>
Control how frequently each phrase is linked: 
* First 
* First + every Nth 
* Every Nth 
* All
This is useful when you want a light touch on long articles.
<h4>External links done properly</h4>
When a rule points to an external URL, the plugin: 
* Adds <code>target="_blank"</code> 
* Ensures <code>rel</code> includes <code>noopener noreferrer</code> 
* Lets you append additional rel tokens like <code>nofollow</code> or <code>sponsored</code>
Relative URLs stay relative and do not get <code>target="_blank"</code>.
<h4>Built for safety and performance</h4>
<ul>
<li>No recursion into <code>the_content</code></li>
<li>Processes content safely by splitting HTML and touching only text tokens</li>
<li>Skips existing <code><a></code> tags</li>
<li>Skips <code><script></code> and <code><style></code> blocks</li>
</ul>
<h4>Privacy and data</h4>
This plugin does not send any data off-site. Rules are stored locally in your WordPress database in a single option.
<h4>Uninstall</h4>
Uninstalling the plugin removes stored rules from your database.

Half Baked Link Injection

Automatically replace whole-word phrases with links when WordPress renders your content, without touching existing links.

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<h3>Features</h3>
<ul>
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Advanced Permalink Customization
<ul>
<li>Create custom permalinks for individual posts and pages</li>
<li>Full support for query parameters (e.g., /search?category=shoes) in URLs</li>
<li>Support for all file extensions (.html, .php, .xhtml, etc.)</li>
<li>Support for special characters in URLs 
Pro</li>
<li>Bulk permalink management tools with CSV import/export</li>
<li>URL pattern templates for consistent naming</li>
</ul>
</li>
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Smart Redirection System
<ul>
<li>301, 302, and 307 redirect support</li>
<li>Query parameter handling 
Pro</li>
<li>SEO-friendly link attributes (nofollow, sponsored)</li>
<li>Export/import feature for bulk redirects</li>
<li>Link expiration feature for temporary access links</li>
<li>Advanced click analytics and reporting</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Broken Link Scanner
<ul>
<li>Scan for broken links across posts, pages, and custom post types</li>
<li>Detect 404 errors and missing URLs</li>
<li>Generate a detailed report of broken links 
Pro</li>
<li>Export broken links for easy management</li>
<li>Scheduled automatic scanning to proactively find broken links</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Link Cloaking
<ul>
<li>Create branded short URLs for affiliate links</li>
<li>Hide affiliate IDs and long URLs</li>
<li>Manage all cloaked links from a central dashboard 
Pro</li>
<li>IP protection to block specific IPs from accessing links</li>
<li>Password protection for exclusive access to links</li>
<li>Link expiration dates for time-limited offers</li>
<li>Click limits to restrict the number of times a link can be accessed</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Link Click Statistics
<ul>
<li>Track click counts for all redirected links 
Pro</li>
<li>Detailed analytics on link performance</li>
<li>Export statistics for reporting</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Custom 404 Page Setup
<ul>
<li>Create custom 404 error pages</li>
<li>Redirect 404 errors to specific pages</li>
<li>Customize 404 page content and design</li>
<li>Log 404 errors for analysis</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Auto Link Injection (Premium Feature)
<ul>
<li>Automatically link keywords to specified URLs across your site</li>
<li>Set priority and linking rules for keywords</li>
<li>Control the maximum number of auto links per page</li>
<li>Exclude specific posts or pages from auto linking</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
SEO-Focused Features
<ul>
<li>Clean URL structures</li>
<li>Automatic canonical URL management</li>
<li>Search engine friendly redirects</li>
<li>Integration with popular SEO plugins like Yoast SEO</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Performance Optimized
<ul>
<li>Lightweight redirect handling</li>
<li>Cached URL lookups</li>
<li>Minimal database queries</li>
<li>No .htaccess modifications required</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
User Experience Enhancements
<ul>
<li>Interactive onboarding tour for new users</li>
<li>Link Health Score for visual feedback on link quality</li>
<li>Quick Help sections with best practices</li>
<li>Intuitive dashboard with clear feature explanations</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
No Server Configuration Required 
The plugin requires no modifications to <code>.htaccess</code> or server settings, ensuring hassle-free setup and usage.
Start managing your URLs with LinkMaster today and take control of your WordPress site’s URL structure for better SEO and user experience. 
For future updates and feedback, visit our website: <a href="https://getlinkmaster.com" rel="nofollow ugc">getlinkmaster.com</a>.
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