Shorten,
share &
track links.

Paste any long URL and get a clean short link instantly — with custom aliases, QR codes, and click analytics. Free forever. Sign in to manage all your links in one dashboard.

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Instant link shortening — free forever
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Custom aliases to make links memorable
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Private click analytics per link
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QR code auto-generated for every URL
206 links shortened till date
Shorten a URL
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nex-url.com/
Min 3 · Max 25 characters for custom alias 0/25
Link Expiry
Never
7 Days
1 Month
1 Year
Custom
⏱ Set Expiry Date & Time
— or pick exact date & time —
No date selected
🔒 Sign in optional
✦ Free forever
📋 Copy & share
Everything you need

Powerful tools, zero cost.

Everything a URL shortener should do — and more. No hidden fees, free forever.

Core
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Instant URL Shortening

Paste any long URL and get a clean short link in milliseconds. Works with any website, social platform, or service.

Popular
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Custom Aliases

Create memorable short links with your own slug. Perfect for brands, campaigns, or just making links easier to share.

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Click Analytics

Each link gets a private analytics link. Sign in to see all your links in one dashboard, or use your per-link stats URL for anonymous tracking.

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QR Code Generation

Every shortened URL automatically gets a QR code. Download and use it in print, presentations, or anywhere offline.

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Expiry Control

Set links to expire after 1 day, 1 month, 1 year, or a custom date. Or keep them active forever — your choice.

New
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Privacy First

Shorten links without signing in — no personal data collected. Optionally sign in with Google to unlock your personal dashboard and manage all your links.


Simple process

Up and running
in 3 seconds.

Takes seconds. No barriers. Sign in optionally to unlock your dashboard.

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Paste your long URL

Copy any link — no matter how long or complex — and paste it into the shortener box above.

02

Customise (optional)

Add a custom alias and set an expiry date, or leave it blank to auto-generate a short code instantly.

03

Copy, share & track

Your short link is ready. Copy it, download the QR code, and track clicks. Sign in to manage all links from your dashboard.

✦ Instant result
Before & After
https://example.com/very/long/path?ref=campaign&utm_source=social&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=summer2025
nex-url.com/summer25
Clicks
1,284
QR Code
Ready ✓
Expires
Never

FAQ

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Is NEX-URL completely free to use?
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Yes, 100% free — forever. Shorten unlimited links, generate QR codes, and access click analytics without paying anything or signing up.

Do I need to create an account?
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No sign-in needed for basic shortening. Paste your URL, click shorten, and you're done. Optionally sign in with Google to save and manage all your links in one dashboard.

How long do shortened links stay active?
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By default, links are permanent. You can optionally set an expiry of 1 day, 1 month, 1 year, or a custom date — after which the link becomes inactive.

Can I track clicks on my short link?
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Yes! Every link comes with a private analytics URL when shortened — bookmark it to check click counts anytime. Sign in with Google to see all your links and their stats in one dashboard.

Does NEX-URL collect my personal data?
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For anonymous use, no personal data is collected — we only store the URL mapping to redirect your short links. If you sign in with Google, we store your profile name and email solely to power your dashboard. We never sell your data.

Can I use it for WhatsApp, Instagram or YouTube links?
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Absolutely. NEX-URL works with any URL — social media, video platforms, messaging apps, e-commerce, meeting links, and more.