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URL Shortener

Generate short URLs using real URL shortening services (is.gd and v.gd)

Key Facts

Category
Development
Input Types
text, select
Output Type
text
Sample Coverage
3
API Ready
Yes

Overview

The URL Shortener is a streamlined utility that converts long, complex web addresses into concise, shareable links using reliable services like is.gd and v.gd.

When to Use

  • •When you need to share long URLs on social media platforms with character limits.
  • •When you want to create cleaner, more professional-looking links for presentations or documents.
  • •When you need to track or manage multiple links without cluttering your workspace with long strings.

How It Works

  • •Paste your long destination URL into the input field.
  • •Select your preferred shortening service from the dropdown menu (is.gd or v.gd).
  • •Click the generate button to receive your shortened URL instantly.

Use Cases

Sharing long product pages or affiliate links on Twitter or SMS.
Embedding clean, short links into printed marketing materials or QR codes.
Simplifying complex tracking URLs for email newsletters.

Examples

1. Social Media Link Sharing

Content Creator
Background
A creator needs to share a long, parameter-heavy blog post link on a platform with a strict character limit.
Problem
The original URL is too long and consumes too much space, making the post look cluttered.
How to Use
Paste the long URL into the tool, select 'is.gd', and generate the short version.
Outcome
A concise link that is easy to copy, paste, and share without sacrificing post character count.

2. Professional Document Formatting

Project Manager
Background
A project manager is compiling a status report that includes links to various cloud-hosted project files.
Problem
The raw URLs for the cloud files are messy and disrupt the readability of the report.
How to Use
Use the tool to convert each long file URL into a short v.gd link.
Outcome
The report looks clean and professional, with short, clickable links that direct users to the correct files.

Try with Samples

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FAQ

Is this URL shortener free to use?

Yes, this tool is completely free and uses public shortening services to generate your links.

Which services does this tool support?

Currently, it supports is.gd and v.gd for generating short links.

Do the shortened links expire?

The links are generated by third-party services (is.gd/v.gd); generally, they do not expire, but you should refer to the respective service's terms of use.

Can I customize the alias of the shortened URL?

This tool currently generates standard shortened URLs provided by the selected service and does not support custom alias creation.

Is it safe to use these shortened links?

Yes, these are standard redirects provided by established services, commonly used for sharing links across the web.

API Documentation

Request Endpoint

POST /en/api/tools/url-shortener

Request Parameters

Parameter Name Type Required Description
longUrl text Yes -
service select Yes -

Response Format

{
  "result": "Processed text content",
  "error": "Error message (optional)",
  "message": "Notification message (optional)",
  "metadata": {
    "key": "value"
  }
}
Text: Text

AI MCP Documentation

Add this tool to your MCP server configuration: 

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "elysiatools-url-shortener": {
      "name": "url-shortener",
      "description": "Generate short URLs using real URL shortening services (is.gd and v.gd)",
      "baseUrl": "https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=url-shortener",
      "command": "",
      "args": [],
      "env": {},
      "isActive": true,
      "type": "sse"
    }
  }
}

You can chain multiple tools, e.g.: `https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=png-to-webp,jpg-to-webp,gif-to-webp`, max 20 tools.

If you encounter any issues, please contact us at [email protected]