Free URL Shortener —
Make Any Link Shorter.

Paste any long URL and get a clean short link in seconds. Free forever. No account required.

5+Links shortened
2+Total clicks tracked
100%Free forever
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How to Shorten a URL

Three steps — done in under two seconds.

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Paste your long link

Copy any URL — from a website, document, social post, or product page — and paste it into the box above.

2

Click Shorten

Hit Shorten. We validate the URL, check it is safe, and generate a unique short code in milliseconds.

3

Share your short link

Copy your new short link or scan the QR code. Share it anywhere — social, email, print, or SMS.

Learn more about how it works →

Why Use Shrtn?

Everything you need in a free link shortener — nothing you do not.

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Instant, no login

Shorten links in milliseconds. No account, no email, no friction. Just paste and go.

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Safe & verified

Every URL is validated before shortening. Google Safe Browsing checks block malware and phishing links.

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Click analytics

See how many times your link was clicked, which device, and where visitors came from.

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QR codes included

Every short link comes with a free QR code — perfect for print, packaging, and in-person sharing.

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Custom aliases

Create an account and choose your own slug: shrtn.co.uk/my-offer or shrtn.co.uk/summer-sale.

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Flexible expiry

Set links to expire in 1 month, 3 months, 1 year, or never. Full control over link lifetime.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I shorten a URL for free?
Paste your long URL into the box at the top of this page and click Shorten. Your short link is ready in under a second — no account needed.
Is Shrtn completely free?
Yes. Shrtn is free forever for basic use. You can shorten unlimited links, generate QR codes, and see click counts without creating an account or entering a card number.
How long do short links last?
By default, links expire after 1 month. When you shorten a link you can choose 3 months, 1 year, or Never expire — just pick from the dropdown before clicking Shorten.
Can I create a custom short link?
Create a free account and choose your own alias — for example shrtn.co.uk/summer-sale or shrtn.co.uk/cv.
Is it safe to click Shrtn links?
Yes. Every URL is checked against Google Safe Browsing before a short link can be created. Unsafe links are blocked immediately.
What is a URL shortener?
A URL shortener converts a long web address into a short easy-to-share link. For example, a 200-character URL becomes shrtn.co.uk/aB3xK.
Do I need an account?
No. You can shorten links instantly without an account. Creating a free account unlocks link history, custom aliases, detailed analytics, and link management.

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