TinyURL API

API

Simple URL shortening API for creating concise, shareable links

Overview

The TinyURL API enables programmatic URL shortening and link management. Core endpoints include POST /api-create (to generate short links from long URLs) and GET requests for retrieving link analytics (premium tiers). Responses are JSON-formatted, providing the shortened URL and optional metadata like click counts. Ideal for integrating into social media tools, content platforms, mobile apps, or email campaigns to enhance readability and user engagement with compact links.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://tinyurl.com/app/dev')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful Architecture
JSON Response Format
Programmatic URL Shortening
Link Analytics (Premium)
Custom Short URLs (Premium)

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is the TinyURL API free to use?

Yes, it offers a free tier for basic URL shortening. Premium plans are available for advanced features like link analytics and custom domains.

? Does it require an API Key?

Basic URL shortening may not need an API key, but premium features (e.g., analytics, custom links) require an API key from the TinyURL developer portal.

? What is the response format?

Responses are in JSON format, typically including the shortened URL, original URL, and optional metadata like click counts (for premium users).

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium

Category URL Shorteners

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Easy to Integrate
⊕ Free Tier for Basic Use
⊕ Reliable Link Redirection
⊕ User-Friendly Documentation

Cons

⊖ Rate Limits on Free Tier
⊖ Limited Analytics in Free Plan
⊖ No SLA for Non-Premium Users