URLs here, URLs there, URLs everywhere. Which one do you choose to use for your citation? Which one do you use for your research notes? How long should it be? How short can it be? Can you edit out parts of a URL and still have a stable working link? We will discuss strategies to document URLs for websites, databases, or images in your research.
In the fast-evolving landscape of online genealogical research, navigating the world of links and URLs is a skill that can significantly boost research accuracy and efficiency. In her engaging webinar, Links That Last: Managing and Understanding URLs, Cyndi Ingle—founder of the renowned Cyndi’s List—delivers a practical and enlightening session on how genealogists can better understand, manage, and preserve digital links. With nearly three decades of experience cataloging online genealogy resources, Cyndi breaks down technical jargon, explains link behavior, and shares best practices to ensure your research stays connected, organized, and accessible over time.
Key Takeaways:
Cyndi’s webinar is more than a tech tutorial—it’s a practical guide to preserving the integrity of your digital genealogy research. By mastering these URL strategies, researchers can save time, reduce link rot, and enhance collaboration with others.
To explore these strategies in greater depth and discover additional resources—including specific examples, tools, and URL management tips—be sure to watch the full webinar. Your future self—and your family history—will thank you. The accompanying syllabus contains valuable references and step-by-step instructions that are essential for any genealogist aiming to level up their digital documentation practices.
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Cindi always packs a lot into a webinar. Great!
Outstanding presentation
I always learn so much from these webinars that I am very thankful that I have a membership so that I can rewatch them when I need to!!!
Man, oh man! I never realized some of the information that Cindi provided. That was great!
Understanding the components of a URL, i.e. the search criteria within the URL. Saving that long URL with the search criteria allows you to return to the results page at a later time. Also understanding right-clicking on the date of a Facebook post and reply in order to save the URL so you can return to it. So many other tips were given. As usual Cyndi Ingle’s presentations are ALWAYS great and informative!
Cyndi is a wealth of knowledge, and she made a “techy” subject very clear and easy to understand. I love the detailed and thorough handout!
Very specialized information that you can’t find anywhere else. Useful and helps you think in an innovative way.
Thank you thank you thank you Cyndi. That was fabulous. So interesting and so well presented and I learned so much. I could have gone on listening. I will definitely watch it again and look for your other webinars.