Developer API
Integrate url shortening capability directly into your apps and services with our simple, robust developer API.
POST
/shorten
Shorten any URL
Description
Create a customized, shortened link that redirects immediately to the original destination. You can optionally configure an expiration duration.
Request Body
| Field | Type | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| url | string | Yes | The absolute target HTTP or HTTPS URL to shorten. |
| expiresIn | number | No | Expiration time-to-live in milliseconds (e.g. 3600000 for 1 hour). Max 4 hours. |
Live API Console
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Response
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Response payload will be displayed here after you click "Send Request".