Line-long URLs are yesterday! With the help of so-called URL shorteners, you can shorten the links that you want to send or post. Especially when you want to send several links, short URLs help you to keep track of things and to save space. The procedure is often similar. However, the individual providers have different additional features. In this article we have put together four URL shorteners and tell you their special features.
Bitly
One of the most popular url shorteners is Bitly . You can use the service free of charge or you can register to use additional statistics and management tools. With an account you also have the option of personalizing the shortened link with your own domain, for example. In the following step-by-step guide we will show you how to use Bitly:
TinyURL
The URLs that you can create on TinyURL may not be as short as with Bitly, but here you have the option of entering a personalized link ending even without registering.
Also insert the URL to be shortened here and - if desired - enter an individual link ending. Finally, click “ Make TinyURL! ”. If you don't enter your own link ending, TinyURL will automatically create one for you..
is.gd
On the is.gd website , you can not only have short URLs created, but also have the URL output as a QR code . Similar to the providers already presented, you can also generate a personalized URL ending on is.gd.
The procedure hardly differs from the other URL shorteners: Insert the URL that you want to shorten. Click on " Further Option / custom URL " to enter a personalized ending and then click on " Shorten! "..
t1p
The German URL shortener t1p has some additional features ready. Apart from a shorter and personalized URL, you can also have the link protected by a password or limit the period of validity.
Paste the long URL into the Your Link text box . If you would like to use one of the special functions, click on the plus symbol and then enter the relevant information. Then click on " Shorten link ".
