URL Shortener

Shorten any URL instantly using is.gd. Free, no login required, history saved locally.

About this tool

Shorten long URLs instantly using the free is.gd API - no account, no tracking dashboard required. Paste any URL, click Shorten, and get a compact is.gd link you can share anywhere. Your history is saved in your browser's localStorage so you can revisit and copy previous links without re-shortening.

How to Shorten a URL for Free

1Paste your long URL into the input field.
2Click 'Shorten URL'.
3Copy the shortened is.gd link from the result.
4Your link is automatically saved to the history panel below.
5Click the copy icon next to any previous link to retrieve it again.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any limits on how many URLs I can shorten?+

is.gd is a free public service. There are no enforced limits in this tool, but is.gd may rate-limit excessive requests from the same IP.

Do shortened links expire?+

is.gd links do not have a built-in expiry date. However, is.gd may remove links that violate their terms of service.

Is my history private?+

Yes. Your shortening history is stored only in your browser's localStorage - it never leaves your device.

Can I track clicks on shortened links?+

This tool does not provide analytics. For click tracking, use a service like Bitly or TinyURL with an account.

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