🔗 URL Shortener

Create short, shareable links with analytics and customization

Shorten Your URL
Customization Options
Custom Alias (Optional)
Expiration
Password Protection
Your Shortened URL
https://short.ly/abc123
85%
Size Reduction
156
Original Length
23
Short Length
0
Clicks
QR Code for Short URL
Recent Short URLs
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URL Analytics Features
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Click Tracking
Monitor clicks and engagement
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Geographic Data
See where clicks come from
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Device Analytics
Track device and browser info
Time Analysis
Peak usage times and dates

🔗 Complete Guide to URL Shortener

Shorten URLs instantly - create short, shareable links

A URL Shortener is an essential tool for creating compact, shareable links. Whether you're sharing on social media, tracking clicks, or making links memorable, our URL shortener provides instant link shortening with custom aliases.

🎯 What is URL Shortening?

URL shortening converts long web addresses into shorter, more manageable links. Short URLs are easier to share, remember, and track. They're perfect for social media, marketing campaigns, and any situation where space is limited.

Example: https://example.com/very/long/url → short.link/abc123

🔑 Key Features

  • Instant Shortening: Create short links in seconds
  • Custom Aliases: Choose your own short code
  • Copy to Clipboard: One-click copy
  • QR Code: Generate QR codes for links
  • Link Preview: See destination before clicking
  • No Registration: Use without signing up
  • Always Free: No subscriptions

💡 Common Uses

  • Social Media: Share links on Twitter, Instagram, etc.
  • Marketing: Track campaign performance
  • SMS Messages: Save character space
  • Print Materials: Create memorable URLs
  • Email: Clean, professional links
  • QR Codes: Generate scannable codes

❓ FAQ

How do URL shorteners work?

URL shorteners create a redirect from a short link to your original long URL. When someone clicks the short link, they're automatically redirected to the destination.

Are short links permanent?

It depends on the service. Some short links are permanent, others expire. Always check the service terms. For important links, consider using your own domain.

Can I customize short URLs?

Yes! Many URL shorteners allow custom aliases. Instead of random characters (abc123), you can create memorable links like short.link/myproduct.

Are short links safe to click?

Short links hide the destination, which can be risky. Only click short links from trusted sources. Many services offer link preview features to see the destination first.

URL Shortening Best Practices

Use custom aliases for branding

Test links before sharing

Keep track of your short links

Use descriptive custom codes

Consider link expiration for security

Start shortening URLs now - shareable links are just one click away!