Creating a permalink for signup forms

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What is covered in this article? 

• What is a permalink?
• Step 1: Access the correct URL
• Step 2: Copy the URL
• Step 3: Link the URL
• Step 4: Repeat for each form

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What is a permalink?

In SchoolMint Connect it is possible to have a dedicated link or URL, often referred to as a permalink, for your online signup forms. A permalink allows you to have a page that you can direct visitors to in the event you want to have the page visible in a new window or popup screen as opposed to embedded on your website using the standard JavaScript embed code.

Here are the steps to access that specific link.

Step 1: Access the correct URL

The first step is to locate the specific URL for the form you wish to have open on a new page from your website.

1. Go to Admin > Signup Forms.
2. Click the Preview icon for the specific form you want to use.
3. A new browser window will open up where you can access the correct URL

Step 2: Copy the URL

Once the page is open in a new window, you can access the URL. Copy the portion of the URL up to but NOT including ?preview=true

In the example below, the URL to be copied is:

https://connect.schoolmint.com/webforms/general/ca14ba8a-b225-4b22-b37d-9337e56f9fba

Note: This URL will be unique for your school.

Step 3: Link the URL

Depending on your preference, once you have the unique URL, you can link it to a button or place it in a pop-up window. For example, you may have a CONTACT US button/link on your website that would be linked to the URL. If your website supports pop-up windows, you may also be able to embed the URL in the window. 

Please work with your IT/web team to determine what is best for you.

Step 4: Repeat for each form

Follow the steps above for each of your other SchoolMint Connect forms.

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