Advertising Module User Guide

The Advertising Module is a practical tool provided by the LOL platform for administrators. It allows the display of countdown timers and advertisement links on the homepage to promote courses, events, or announce important messages. This feature combines two main elements—countdown timers and advertisement links—to improve visibility and enhance visual engagement.

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Feature Overview

Add Advertisement

• Enter advertisement title
• Select category (e.g., courses, events, announcements)
• Set activation status (enabled/disabled)
• Define display start and end dates (publishing period)
• Add a hyperlink to direct users to specific pages or event details

Add Countdown Timer

• Set the title (e.g., “5 Days Left to Register”)
• Choose category and status
• Define the countdown start and end dates
• The system will automatically calculate and display the remaining days on the homepage

Status and Schedule Management

• Each advertisement and countdown item can be enabled or disabled individually
• Expired advertisements are automatically removed without manual action

Categorization Tags

• Assign categories to each item for easy filtering and consistent management

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Step-by-Step Instructions

How to Add an Advertisement

1. Log in to the admin dashboard and go to “Admin Area > Advertising”
2. Click the “Add Advertisement” button
3. Enter the advertisement title and content
4. Select category and activation status
5. Set the publishing start and end dates
6. Click “Save” to apply the settings

How to Add a Countdown Timer

1. Navigate to “Admin Area > Advertising”
2. Click the “Add Countdown Timer” button
3. Enter the title
4. Select category and status, and define the countdown period
5. Click “Save” to activate the countdown

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Practical Use Cases

• Course Promotion: e.g., “AI Course Starts Soon—Limited Time to Register”
• Limited-Time Offers: e.g., “Register Within 3 Days and Get 10% Off”
• System Notices: e.g., “Scheduled Maintenance This Saturday”—with a link for more info
• Holiday Events: e.g., “Christmas Webinar Now Open for Registration”—to create festive engagement
• Homepage Banner Rotation: Update the homepage visuals based on seasons or themes
• QR Code Integration: Combine advertisements with QR codes to redirect users to registration or event pages

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Will the advertisement still be displayed after it expires?

A: No. The system automatically hides expired advertisements based on the set schedule.

Q2: Can multiple countdown timers be shown at once?

A: Yes, but it's recommended to display no more than 1–2 at a time to avoid overwhelming users.

Q3: Can countdown settings be modified after creation?

A: Yes, go to the backend, select the countdown item, and click “Edit” to adjust the settings.

Q4: Can images or videos be added to advertisements?

A: The default format is text and links. To include images or videos, please contact the engineering team for assistance.

Q5: Who can access the advertising module?

A: Only users with administrative privileges can add or modify advertisement content. Regular staff accounts cannot access this feature.

Q6: Can advertisements include external links?

A: Yes. Each advertisement can be assigned a URL for external redirection.

Q7: Is there a way to quickly reuse advertisement content?

A: Yes. It is recommended to duplicate an existing advertisement and make modifications to save time.

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