URL Shortener - Create Short Links Online Free Tool
Shorten long URLs to create short, shareable links. Custom aliases, click tracking, and link management. Free URL shortening service.
Quick Examples
Shorten Your URL
Why Use URL Shorteners?
Benefits
- • Save space in social media posts
- • Make URLs more memorable and shareable
- • Track click-through rates and analytics
- • Hide complex or long URLs
- • Create branded short links
Best Practices
- • Use descriptive custom aliases when possible
- • Test shortened links before sharing
- • Keep track of your shortened URLs
- • Use HTTPS URLs for better security
- • Consider link expiration for temporary content
Custom Aliases
Create memorable short links with custom aliases.
Click Tracking
Monitor how many times your links are clicked.
Instant Creation
Generate short URLs instantly with one click.
Mobile Friendly
Perfect for sharing on social media and messaging.
Frequently Asked Questions
A URL shortener is a tool that takes a long URL and creates a shorter, more manageable version that redirects to the original URL. This makes links easier to share, especially on social media platforms with character limits.
Shortened URLs can be safe, but you should be cautious when clicking them since you can't see the destination. Always use reputable URL shortening services and be wary of shortened links from unknown sources.
Yes! Our tool allows you to create custom aliases for your shortened URLs, making them more memorable and branded. Custom aliases can only contain letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores.
The URLs created with this tool are stored locally in your browser and don't have an expiration date. However, they will be lost if you clear your browser data or use a different device.
This demo version shows basic click tracking. In a full implementation, you would have detailed analytics including click timestamps, geographic data, referrer information, and more.