How to Create a Short Link (Step‑by‑Step Guide)

Shorten long URLs, improve click‑throughs, and keep your links tidy across social, SMS, and email.

Short links make sharing simpler and more professional. They’re easier to remember, look better on social media, and can include advanced options like password protection and expiry.

What is a Short Link?

A short link is a compact URL that redirects to a longer destination. Example: blinkurl.in/xYz12 → https://example.com/very/long/path?with=params.

Benefits of Using Short Links

Clean & Shareable
Perfect for tweets, bios, SMS, and QR codes.

Trackable
Measure clicks and referrers to see what works.

Trust & Branding
Consistent links improve click‑through rates.

Control
Add expiry or passwords for sensitive campaigns.

How to Create a Short Link (with BlinkURL)

Go to blinkurl.in.
Paste your long URL into the input box.
(Optional) Set expiry time or password for extra security.
Click Shorten to generate your short link.
Copy and share your new link anywhere. That’s it!

Pro tip: Use UTM parameters on the original URL (e.g., utm_source, utm_medium) before shortening to get clean analytics.

Best Practices

Be descriptive: If you use custom slugs, make them meaningful, e.g., /summer-sale.
Use expiry for promos: Limit links to a campaign window for urgency and safety.
Protect sensitive links: Add a password when sharing internal docs.
Avoid link chains: Don’t shorten already‑shortened URLs.

Security note: Never share private info directly in query params. Use a password‑protected short link instead.

Common Use Cases

Social campaigns and influencer tracking
SMS and WhatsApp where character count matters
Printed materials and QR codes
Temporary access links for files and forms

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