What Is ShortLink?
ShortLink is a built-in URL shortener that creates compact, shareable links. It supports multiple redirection methods — normal server-side redirect, client-side redirect with visible or hidden URLs, and permanent redirects. Useful for cleaning up long URLs before sharing, embedding in QR codes, or tracking link usage.
Why Use a Built-In URL Shortener?
Consistent tooling. Generate short URLs and QR codes in the same application. Shorten a URL, then generate a QR code for it, all without leaving SoundWorks.
Multiple redirect methods. Choose how the redirect works:
- Normal: Standard server-side redirect (fastest)
- Client redirect (URL visible): JavaScript-based redirect that shows the target URL
- Client redirect (URL hidden): JavaScript-based redirect that masks the target URL
- Permanent: 301 redirect for SEO-friendly permanent link forwarding
Clipboard integration. Paste URLs directly from the clipboard. SoundWorks validates the input to ensure it is a proper URL before shortening.
How It Works
Step 1: Paste a URL. Enter the full URL you want to shorten or paste it from your clipboard. SoundWorks validates the URL format.
Step 2: Choose redirect method. Select the redirection behavior that fits your use case.
Step 3: Generate. SoundWorks creates a short URL and displays it. Copy it to your clipboard for sharing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are the short URLs hosted? Short URLs are generated through the SoundWorks service infrastructure. The redirect service is maintained as part of the SoundWorks ecosystem.
Can I customize the short URL alias? The system generates unique aliases automatically. The aliases are compact and randomized for uniqueness.
Is there a limit on how many URLs I can shorten? There is no hard limit on URL generation for regular usage.
Do shortened URLs expire? Short URLs are intended to be permanent. Once created, they continue to redirect to the target URL.