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URL Shortener
Shorten links & generate QR codes — free, no signup
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✅ Do's
- Shorten long URLs for cleaner sharing
- Use custom aliases for branding
- Generate QR codes for print materials
- Check links before sharing publicly
❌ Don'ts
- Don't shorten malicious links
- Don't use for phishing or spam
- Don't share shortened links without context
- Don't expect click analytics (use Bitly for that)
📐 How URL Shortener Works
1. Paste a long URL.
2. The tool calls the CleanURI API (free, no auth) to generate a short link.
3. A QR code is generated client-side using a pure JS QR library.
4. Links are saved in your browser history for easy access.
Are shortened links permanent?
Links via CleanURI have no expiration.
Can I create custom short links?
Yes, enter a custom alias in the optional field.
Is this tool free?
Yes, completely free. No signup required.