Comprehensive guides and reference materials for integrating Zexo's URL shortener API into your applications. Our documentation covers everything from basic URL creation endpoints to advanced features like custom domain integration, click analytics, and bulk link management.
Zexo makes it quick and easy to shorten any URL without requiring an account. Follow these simple steps to get started:
Visit zexo.com to access our URL shortening service.
Paste your long URL into the input field at the top of the page.
Click the "Shorten" button to generate your shortened URL instantly.
Your shortened URL will appear on the results page. Click the copy button to copy it to your clipboard and share it anywhere.
Zexo offers a range of advanced features completely free to enhance your URL shortening experience:
Create branded, memorable links that reflect your content and strengthen your brand identity.
Secure your links so only people with the password can access them, perfect for private content.
Set your links to automatically expire after a specific date or number of clicks for time-sensitive offers.
Generate custom QR codes for your shortened URLs, perfect for print materials and physical displays.
Track clicks, visitor locations, devices, and more to understand your audience and optimize campaigns.
Create personalized, branded links that are more memorable and professional than random characters.
Start by pasting your long URL into the main input field.
Click the "Advanced Features" toggle to reveal additional options.
In the "Custom URL Path" field that appears, enter your desired URL ending (e.g., "my-special-link").
Click the "Shorten" button to create your custom URL.
Shorter URLs are easier to share and remember. Aim for something concise but descriptive.
Include keywords related to your content to make the URL more meaningful and easier to remember.
Only letters, numbers, and hyphens are allowed in custom URLs. Avoid spaces, underscores, and symbols.
Custom URLs are case-sensitive, so "My-Link" and "my-link" would be treated as different URLs.
Add an extra layer of security to your links by requiring a password before visitors can access the destination URL.
After entering your URL, enable the Advanced Features toggle.
Check the "Password Protection" option.
Enter your desired password in the field provided.
Click "Shorten" to create your password-protected link.
Set your links to automatically deactivate after a specific date or number of clicks for time-sensitive content.
After entering your URL, toggle on the Advanced Features option.
Select either "Expire by Date" or "Expire by Clicks" from the expiration options.
For date expiration, select the date and time when the link should expire. For click expiration, enter the maximum number of clicks allowed.
Generate and customize QR codes for your shortened links, perfect for print materials, business cards, or physical displays.
First, create your shortened URL using the standard process.
On the results page, you'll automatically see a QR code generated for your shortened URL.
Click the "Download QR Code" button to save the image in high resolution (PNG format).
Add to printed marketing materials like flyers, brochures, and posters for easy digital access.
Include on product packaging to provide quick access to product information, tutorials, or registration.
Display at events or in stores to give visitors easy access to exclusive content or special offers.
Add to business cards or brochures for quick access to your portfolio, social media, or contact information.
Include in presentations or posters to provide audience access to additional resources or references.
Track and analyze how your shortened links are performing with our built-in analytics dashboard.
For each shortened URL, you can track:
The number of times your link has been clicked, helping you measure engagement and reach.
Countries and regions where clicks originated, helping you understand your audience's location.
Types of devices used (desktop, mobile, tablet), helping you optimize for your audience's preferred platforms.
Web browsers used to access your link, ensuring your destination page works well for all visitors.
Websites or platforms where your link was clicked, helping you identify your most effective distribution channels.
When your links are being clicked (hourly/daily/weekly trends), helping you identify peak engagement times.
Analytics for your shortened URLs are available on the results page after creating the link. Since Zexo doesn't require accounts, we recommend bookmarking the results page for any links you want to track.
Without an account, analytics data is stored in your browser. To access your analytics from another device, you'll need to use the same results page URL.
Follow these recommendations to get the most out of Zexo's URL shortening service:
When possible, create custom URLs that reflect your brand or content to increase recognition and trust.
Since Zexo doesn't require accounts, bookmark your results pages to easily access your links and analytics later.
Set appropriate expiration dates for promotional offers, events, or limited-time content to maintain relevance.
Always test your shortened URLs before sharing them widely to ensure they work as expected.
If you enable password protection, use a strong, unique password to ensure maximum security.
Avoid using URL shorteners for highly sensitive or confidential information that requires maximum security.
When sharing shortened URLs, let recipients know where the link will take them to build trust.
Encountering issues with Zexo? Here are solutions to common problems:
If your desired custom URL is not available, it means someone else has already used that path. Try a different variation or add additional characters to make it unique.
If a shortened link isn't redirecting properly, check:
If analytics aren't loading for your link, try:
If you're having trouble with QR codes: