Monitoring hundreds of links manually is time-consuming and error-prone. DeadLinkRadar's bulk import feature lets you add multiple URLs at once, validate them automatically, and start monitoring in seconds.
This guide walks you through importing links in bulk, understanding the validation system, and optimizing your monitoring setup.
What You'll Need
Before you begin, make sure you have:
- A DeadLinkRadar account - Free tier supports up to 25 links, paid plans offer higher limits
- Your links ready - Prepare URLs in one of these formats:
- Plain text list (one URL per line)
- Comma-separated values
- CSV file with URLs in the first column
- 5 minutes - That's all it takes to import and configure your first batch
Understanding Link Categories
DeadLinkRadar categorizes URLs during import to provide the most accurate monitoring:
File Hosting Services - Links from specialized platforms (K2S, Nitroflare, Rapidgator, Mega, Google Drive) receive enhanced monitoring with deeper integration for precise status detection.
Video Platforms - YouTube, Vimeo, and Dailymotion links are verified through official channels for reliable availability checks.
Social Media - Bluesky and other social platforms are monitored with platform-specific methods.
Generic Web Links - Standard HTTP/HTTPS URLs are monitored using universal verification methods.
Step 1: Access the Bulk Import Tool
From your dashboard, click the Add Links button in the top navigation. This opens the bulk import interface where you can add multiple URLs at once.
Dashboard showing the Add Links button in the top navigation (click to view full size)
Step 2: Choose Your Import Method
DeadLinkRadar offers two convenient import methods:
Method 1: Paste Links (Recommended for Quick Imports)
Perfect for importing up to 100 links at once. Simply paste your URLs into the textarea using any of these formats:
https://example.com/file1
https://example.com/file2
https://example.com/file3Or comma-separated:
https://example.com/file1, https://example.com/file2, https://example.com/file3Real-time Validation - As you paste, the interface instantly validates your URLs and shows:
- ✅ Valid links ready for import
- ❌ Invalid or malformed URLs that will be rejected
- Live count of valid vs. invalid entries
Method 2: Upload CSV (Best for Large Batches)
For importing hundreds or thousands of links, use CSV upload:
- Prepare your CSV file - Use any spreadsheet software (Excel, Google Sheets, Numbers)
- Format requirements:
- URLs must be in the first column
- Optional: Include headers (they'll be skipped automatically)
- One URL per row
- Drag and drop or click to browse and select your file
CSV Example:
url,notes
https://example.com/file1,Project A
https://example.com/file2,Project BFor this guide, we'll use the Paste Links method with example file hosting URLs.
Bulk import page with example URLs pasted into the textarea (click to view full size)
Step 3: Review the Validation Preview
After clicking Add Links, DeadLinkRadar performs intelligent analysis on your URLs and presents a comprehensive validation preview. This step ensures you know exactly what you're importing before committing.
Validation preview modal showing categorized URLs before import (click to view full size)
Understanding the Validation Categories
The validation modal organizes your links into distinct categories:
✅ Specialized Monitoring (Green)
Links from platforms with deep integration support:
- File Hosting: K2S, Nitroflare, Rapidgator, Mega, Google Drive, MediaFire
- Video Platforms: YouTube, Vimeo, Dailymotion
- Social Media: Bluesky (when available)
- Code Repositories: GitHub (supports both repository and file-level monitoring)
These links receive enhanced monitoring with platform-specific methods for the most accurate status detection. You'll see faster checks and more reliable results.
🌐 Standard Monitoring (Blue)
Generic web URLs that don't match specialized platforms:
- Personal websites
- Direct file links
- Custom domains
- Other HTTP/HTTPS resources
These are monitored using universal verification methods that work across any web server.
⚠️ Already Monitored (Yellow)
URLs that already exist in your account:
- Shows how many duplicates were detected
- Automatically skipped during import to prevent redundancy
- Helps you avoid wasting your link quota on duplicates
❌ Invalid or Unsupported (Red)
Links that can't be imported:
- Malformed URLs (missing protocol, invalid characters)
- Dangerous schemes (javascript:, data:, etc.)
- Missing domain or TLD
- Each invalid URL shows the specific reason for rejection
Smart URL Filtering
Selective Import: Don't want to import all categories? Uncheck boxes to exclude:
- Import only specialized links for better accuracy
- Skip generic URLs if you only want file hosting monitoring
- Review duplicates before deciding to skip them
Protected Links Notice: If any links require additional processing (sites with advanced protection), you'll see an informational note. These links may take longer on first check but are fully supported.
Step 4: Complete the Import
Once you've reviewed the validation preview and selected which categories to include, click Import X Links (where X is the count of selected links).
Success notification showing import results with link counts (click to view full size)
What Happens Next
Immediate Processing:
- ✅ Valid links are added to your monitoring dashboard
- 🔄 First availability check begins automatically
- 📊 Links appear in your dashboard within seconds
- 🔔 Notification confirms successful import with detailed statistics
Success Summary shows:
- Links Added: Number of new URLs now being monitored
- Duplicates Skipped: URLs already in your account (not counted against your quota)
- Invalid Rejected: Malformed URLs that couldn't be processed
- Quick Actions: Jump directly to your dashboard or add more links
First Check Cycle
Your newly imported links enter the monitoring queue immediately:
- Specialized links often complete their first check within 1-2 minutes
- Generic links typically complete within 2-5 minutes
- Protected links may take longer on initial check but speed up afterwards
You can watch the progress in real-time on your dashboard as each link transitions from "Checking..." to its final status (Alive, Dead, or Error).
Pro Tips for Successful Imports
Optimize Your Link List
✅ Clean Your URLs Before Import
- Remove tracking parameters (unless needed for uniqueness)
- Use consistent URL format (https:// preferred over http://)
- One URL per line for paste import
- Check for typos in domain names
✅ Handle Query Parameters Wisely
Some services use URL parameters to identify files:
https://filesmonster.com/download.php?id=ABC123
https://filesmonster.com/download.php?id=XYZ789When importing these URLs, DeadLinkRadar will prompt you to choose whether parameters should be preserved. Preserve parameters if:
- Each parameter represents a different file
- The base URL is the same but files are different
- You want to track each file separately
Merge as duplicates if:
- Parameters are just tracking codes
- Same file, different referral links
- You only want to monitor once
Maximize Import Efficiency
Batch Similar Links Together
- Import file hosting links in one batch
- Group video links separately
- Separate generic URLs from specialized platforms
Result: More accurate categorization and faster validation preview
Use Groups for Organization
After import, organize links into groups:
- By project or client
- By content type
- By priority level
- By date added
Advanced Scenarios
Monitoring File Folders
Some platforms support folder-level URLs:
- Hotlink folders:
https://hotlink.cc/folder/{folderId} - ExLoad folders:
https://ex-load.com/folder/{folderId}
These are automatically detected and monitored appropriately.
GitHub Repository Monitoring
DeadLinkRadar supports two levels of GitHub monitoring:
- Repository level:
https://github.com/owner/repo - File level:
https://github.com/owner/repo/blob/branch/path/to/file.js
File-level monitoring verifies specific files exist, not just the repository.
Protected Platform Best Practices
If you're monitoring links from platforms with advanced protection:
- ✅ First check may take 30-60 seconds
- ✅ System learns and optimizes automatically
- ✅ Subsequent checks complete much faster
- ✅ No action needed from you - it just works
Avoid Common Mistakes
❌ Don't Import URLs Twice
- Check the duplicates list in validation preview
- DeadLinkRadar prevents double-counting automatically
- Duplicates don't count against your quota
❌ Don't Mix Different Services
While you can import all URLs at once, reviewing validation categories ensures proper monitoring for each platform.
❌ Don't Skip the Preview
The validation preview catches issues before import:
- Invalid URLs that would fail
- Duplicates that waste quota
- Platform categorization for optimal monitoring
What's Next?
Now that your links are being monitored, here are the next steps to optimize your setup:
1. Configure Check Frequency
Not all links need the same monitoring intensity:
Hourly Checks - For critical links that must stay online
- Premium file hosting links
- Active download pages
- Time-sensitive content
Daily Checks - Balanced approach for most links (recommended)
- Standard monitoring
- Good balance of accuracy and quota usage
- Default setting for new imports
Weekly Checks - For archival or low-priority links
- Backup links
- Historical content
- Links checked infrequently
To adjust: Select links → Batch Actions → Change Frequency
2. Organize with Groups
Groups help manage large link collections:
Create Groups by:
- Project or client name
- Content type (videos, documents, archives)
- Priority level (critical, normal, low)
- Date imported
Group Benefits:
- Filter dashboard by group
- Bulk actions on entire group
- Quick status overview per group
- Export group data separately
To create groups: Dashboard → Groups → New Group
3. Set Up Notifications
Stay informed about link status changes:
Email Alerts (Available on paid plans):
- Link goes down (dead)
- Link comes back online
- Error states requiring attention
- Daily/weekly summary reports
Dashboard Notifications:
- Real-time status updates
- Check completion alerts
- Quota usage warnings
To configure: Settings → Notifications → Email Preferences
Troubleshooting Common Issues
"Some URLs marked as invalid"
Cause: Malformed URLs or unsupported schemes
Solution:
- Verify URLs start with
http://orhttps:// - Check for typos in domain names
- Ensure proper URL encoding
- Review the specific error message for each invalid URL
"Duplicate URLs detected"
Cause: URLs already exist in your account
Solution:
- Review the duplicates list in validation preview
- These won't count against your quota
- Check if you want to update existing links instead
"Import taking longer than expected"
Cause: Large batch size or protected platforms
Solution:
- Imports under 100 links: typically complete in 1-2 minutes
- Imports over 500 links: may take 5-10 minutes
- Protected platforms require additional processing on first check
- You can navigate away - import continues in background
"Link status shows 'Checking...' for a long time"
Cause: First check on new platform or protected link
Solution:
- First checks can take up to 60 seconds
- System optimizes automatically for future checks
- If stuck over 2 minutes, refresh the page
- Contact support if issue persists
Summary
Bulk importing links in DeadLinkRadar is a four-step process:
- Access the tool - Click "Add Links" from your dashboard
- Choose method - Paste URLs or upload CSV
- Review validation - Understand link categories and fix issues
- Import & monitor - Start tracking immediately
With specialized monitoring for file hosting, video platforms, and social media, plus universal support for any web link, DeadLinkRadar makes it easy to keep track of hundreds or thousands of URLs with minimal effort.
Start monitoring your links today and never lose track of important content again.
Need help? Contact support or explore more in our documentation.