15 URL Shorteners to Replace Goo.gl

Looking for alternatives to the discontinued Goo.gl URL shortener? Here are 15 reliable services you can use to shorten your links, each with its own unique features and benefits.

1. Is.gd
   A free URL shortener with a minimalistic interface and basic features. No registration is required to track statistics—just click on “I want to see statistics for this URL” under your link.
2. To.click
   This service offers excellent functionality, fast redirects, and detailed statistics. It’s a great choice for those who need more than just basic link shortening.
3. Bit.do
   Developed by the Brazilian company Insite, Bit.do provides detailed analytics and allows you to customize your link’s name. You can even create your own branded domain for a fee.
4. TinyURL
   One of the oldest and most trusted URL shorteners. It’s simple, reliable, and has been serving users for many years.
5. Ow.ly
   Part of the Hootsuite social media platform, Ow.ly requires registration. If you only need to shorten links, you can use the free plan.
6. U.to
   A straightforward Russian-language service. Registration is required to view statistics, but you can shorten links without signing up.
7. Cutt.us
   This service stands out by allowing you to create multiple links at once.
8. Bitly
   A popular service with an intuitive interface and a powerful admin panel for tracking clicks and viewing advanced analytics.
9. Zapier URL Shortener
   Zapier’s tool not only shortens links but can also automate the process based on specific triggers, making it ideal for workflow integration.
10. Rebrandly
    A feature-rich service perfect for brand promotion. Rebrandly lets you create personalized links using your own website’s domain.
11. Lnnk
    A very simple shortener that allows you to generate password-protected links. Lnnk is available both as a web service and a browser extension.
12. Polr
    Polr lets you quickly shorten any link and customize its ending. You can also use Polr’s open-source code to set up your own URL shortener.
13. YOURLS
    Another open-source project for creating your own URL shortening service, complete with detailed traffic source analytics.
14. Vk.com/cc
    A convenient shortener from the VKontakte social network, available only to registered users.
15. Clck.ru
    An extremely simple and user-friendly service from Yandex. In addition to a short link, it also generates a QR code.