How to filter links during cross-posting. Guide
Set up link processing rules — the bot applies them to every post automatically.
Set up filterHow to set up
Launch the bot
Open @crosslybot in Telegram and press /start. Log in and navigate to the web dashboard.
Create a project
Add a Telegram channel as a source and connect target channels on the desired platforms — Telegram, VK, or Max.
Open target settings
Go to your project, select the target channel and open its settings. Find the 'URL Filter' section.
Configure link filtering rules
Add rules by URL: remove unwanted links, replace with your own, or strip UTM parameters. Rules match by URL prefix — you can specify a domain or a specific address.
Test the result
Publish a test post with links in the source channel and verify that links in the target channel are processed according to your rules.
Features
Link removal
Completely remove unwanted links from posts. The text stays, but the URL is gone — no traces left.
Link replacement
Swap external links with your own. For example, replace affiliate links or redirect traffic to your website.
UTM cleanup
Automatically strip UTM parameters from links. Clean URLs without extra trackers — neat and tidy posts.
FAQ
Can I remove only specific links?
Yes, rules are set by URL prefix. You can specify a particular domain or address — the filter will only apply to matching links, leaving the rest unchanged.
Does the filter work with shortened links?
The filter compares URLs as-is, without resolving redirects. For shortened links, add the shortener's domain (e.g., bit.ly) to your rules.
Are filter rules applied to all project targets?
No, filtering rules are configured per target. You can remove links for one platform and replace them for another.
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