URL Shortener
Paste a long URL to create a short, shareable link. The shortened URL redirects to the original with a 302 redirect. Optionally set an expiration time after which the short link stops working. Useful for social media posts, marketing campaigns, or cleaning up long URLs.
What this tool checks
- Clean short URLs (apixies.io/s/...)
- Optional expiration dates
- Click tracking via the URL Stats API
- 302 redirect to original URL
Automate this with the API
Run this tool programmatically from your code. Get a free temporary API key with 200 requests — or register for unlimited access.
curl https://apixies.io/api/v1/shorten-url?url=... \
-H "X-API-Key: YOUR_API_KEY"
Frequently asked questions
How long do shortened URLs last?
By default, forever. You can optionally set an expiration time in hours. After expiration, the short URL returns a 404.
Can I track clicks on my shortened URLs?
Yes. Use the URL Statistics endpoint with your short code to see the total click count and creation date.
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