URL Shortener -- Create Short Links
Shorten URLs for free in seconds -- paste your link and get a short URL instantly. Custom aliases, password protection, and QR codes included. No signup required.
One URL per line. Max 10 URLs per batch.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Paste your long URL into the field and click Shorten. You get a short link instantly that you can copy and share. The link is created automatically when you paste a URL.
Yes, the URL shortener is completely free to use. No registration, login, or payment required. Create as many short links as you need.
Short links created here work indefinitely. There is no automatic expiration date. Links remain active as long as the service is running.
Yes! Click the QR icon next to your short link to display a QR code. Perfect for sharing on printed materials, business cards, or signs. For more advanced QR codes with custom colors and batch generation, try our QR code generator.
Yes. Add + to the end of any short link (e.g. mackan.eu/m/abc123+) to see where it leads before clicking. The page shows the target URL, creation date, and whether the link is password protected.
Yes. Open Advanced options and enter a password. The recipient must then enter the password to reach the destination.
Yes. Under Advanced options you can enter a custom alias, e.g. mackan.eu/m/my-name. The alias must be 3-32 characters long and contain only letters, numbers, hyphens, or underscores.
You can shorten most URLs -- web pages, documents, images, and more. Illegal, harmful, or offensive content is not allowed and may be removed without notice.
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