How to shorten a URL? Super Easy! Here are three options depending on your needs:

Super Quick Way to Shorten a URL, No Account Needed:

  • Use the iconic tinyURL web app for a quick and easy free URL shortening!
    • Where to access it? https://tinyurl.com/app
    • What is cool about it? 14 days free. No account needed to start using it asap
    • Short your URL + customize your alias.
    • What might be a barrier? They have very limited reporting if you use their free trial.

More Permanent, Subscription-driven Way To Shorten a URL:

  • Use Bitly. It gives you the option to create a free account and short a limited number of URLs every month on a rolling basis.
    • Where to access it? Bitly.com
    • No learning curve
    • Super easy
    • If you sign up for them you can buy a custom domain
    • You also get some limited reporting
    • They have advanced plans and features

How to Shorten a URL for Business Needs & Larger Teams

Campaign URL Shortener and Builder - Easy. Precise. Fast
  • Subscribe for a platform that can scale your entire link making and management process.
    • For example, you can use our tool, CampaignTrackly – one of the most robust automated URL shortener apps available on the market.
  • Go for a tool that allows you to mix and match multiple URL shortener providers, so you can choose the best pricing and options.
  • Choose a provider that is not binding you to purchase a short domain from them – having the option to source your own domain is the best option for you to keep all your domains in one place.
  • Select an app that integrates well with other tools, such as UTM builders, advanced campaign URL builders, advance campaign and link management tools and more – it pays to have all your links managed in one place.
  • Look for a swiss-knife URL shortener – one that can automatically add QR codes to your links, provide reports and offer user access management.
    • It is great because you have one place for everything related to your URL management needs:
      • Combine Campaign Destination URL tagging with an automated URL shortener and QR code generator.
      • Manage everything in a scalable, esy to use way
      • Automate governance, user management, and rules – all in one place
      • Predictable, easy to manage, quick to roll out processes!
      • Learn more about our app here: https://www.campaigntrackly.com

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