About the Footer Script
When you install my theme, you’ll notice that there is a php script in the footer that appears like this:<?php echo templatelite_show_links();?>
In this post, I give a list of Q&A explaining what this footer script is all about.
What is the function of the footer script?
This footer script allows me to track the URLs that have installed my theme. It also allows me to add links to the footer.
Why do you want to include the script to the theme?
There are two main reasons why I include the script:
1) I will be able to know which themes interest you more. Thus, I’ll create more themes that suit your needs. For example, within a certain time frame, if theme #1 (travel related) has been used by 100 domains as compare to 200 domains using theme #2 (also travel related), it is clear that theme #2 is more popular. Hence, I’ll create more themes using the design style of theme #2.
2) I will be able to monetize from the themes by getting advertisers to sponsor my themes. Using this method, my advertisers know exactly which sites link to them so they get what they pay. Without regular income from my advertisers, I won’t be able to offer more quality themes for your free downloads.
Can I remove the script?
Yes and no. Yes if you donate $20. No if you want to use my themes for free. You can find the details in the terms of use.
Is the script safe?
Definitely! The function of the script is to get RSS and display. It is similar as normal RSS. My themes’ users are my lifeline and I won’t risk it. I have taken all necessary measures to make sure that you won’t get malicious content brought by the script. If you still don’t feel comfortable, you can study the code (it is not encrypted) and see how I made it.
How many links will be displayed in the footer?
I will only display a maximum of 3 advertisers’ links in the footer.
Will the script slow down my blog?
No. You’ll only query my server 4 times a day and each time last less than 10 seconds. The slowdown is negligible.
If your link server is down, will it affect my blog?
No! Your blog will function as per normal independent of my server.
Continue to page 2 for the detail explanation of the script…
