Free tool

Free URL shortener

Paste a long URL and get a short link instantly. Copy it, download its QR code and share it anywhere. Free, no sign-up.

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Why use this shortener

Instant and free

Paste your URL and get a short link in seconds — no payment, nothing to install.

Track every click

With a free account you see how many times your link is opened, from where and on which device.

QR code included

Every short link comes with a QR code to download and use on posters, menus or packaging.

No sign-up to start

Shorten and share with no account; register only when you want to keep and measure it.

Great for

  • Social media and bios
  • WhatsApp, email and messaging
  • Posters, flyers and QR codes
  • Campaigns and newsletters
  • Affiliate links
  • Any URL that's too long

How to shorten a link

  1. 1

    Paste your URL

    Copy the long link you want to shorten and paste it into the field.

  2. 2

    Shorten it

    Hit “Shorten” and get your mnlc.es link instantly.

  3. 3

    Share or sign up

    Copy it or download its QR; sign up free to keep it and track its clicks.

Frequently asked questions

Is shortening links free?

Yes, completely free. You can shorten and share your links at no cost and with no sign-up.

Do I need to sign up?

Not to shorten and share. If you sign up for free, you can also edit the destination, see click analytics in real time and keep your links in your dashboard.

Do short links expire?

Links created without an account are removed automatically if they get no clicks for a month. When you sign up, the link is attached to your account and kept with no expiry.

Can I see how many clicks my link gets?

Yes. With a free account you see clicks in real time, with countries, devices and referrers for each link.

Keep your links and measure every click