# Links
The links tool lets you share useful URLs with your learners, organized by category.
## Adding a Link
1. Open the **Links** 
tool from the course homepage
2. Click **Add a link** 
3. Fill in the details:
* **URL** — The web address (e.g., `https://example.com/resource`)
* **Title** — A descriptive name for the link
* **Description** — An optional explanation of what the resource is about
* **Category** — Assign the link to a category for organization
* **Target** — Whether the link opens in the same window or a new tab
4. Save
## Organizing with Categories
Categories help you group related links together:
1. Click **Add a category**
2. Enter a **category name** and optional description
3. Save
Links within a category are displayed together, making it easy for learners to find relevant resources.
## Managing Links
* **Edit** 
— Update a link's URL, title, or description
* **Delete** 
— Remove a link
* **Visibility** 
— Hide or show links to learners
* **Link checking** — Chamilo can verify whether links are still active or broken
## Importing and Exporting Links
You can import links from a file or export your link collection for use in another course. Look for the **Import** and **Export** options in the links tool.
## Tips
* **Categorize by topic** — Create a category for each module or week of your course
* **Add descriptions** — Help learners understand why a link is relevant before they click it
* **Check regularly** — Web links can become outdated or broken over time