The URL shortener for developers

Simple API. Clean integration. No nonsense.

🆓 Always Free ⚡ Sub-50ms API 📊 Real Analytics 🔓 Open Source

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Developer-First API

Integrate URL shortening into your applications with our simple REST API

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Python

import requests

response = requests.post('http://zip1.io/api/create', 
    json={'url': 'https://github.com/your-repo'})

short_url = response.json()['short_url']
print(f"🚀 {short_url}")
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JavaScript

const response = await fetch('http://zip1.io/api/create', {
    method: 'POST',
    headers: {'Content-Type': 'application/json'},
    body: JSON.stringify({url: 'https://your-app.com'})
});

const data = await response.json();
console.log('✨', data.short_url);
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cURL

curl -X POST http://zip1.io/api/create \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{"url": "https://docs.myapp.com"}'

# Response:
# {
#   "short_url": "http://zip1.io/docs",
#   "created_at": "2024-01-20T10:30:00Z"
# }

Why zip1.io Wins

Built by developers, for developers. No compromises.

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Custom Slugs

Create custom slugs for your URLs. Make your links memorable and on-brand.

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Emoji Slugs

Use emojis as slugs for your URLs. Stand out with fun, memorable short links.

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Password Protection

Protect your URLs with a password. Keep sensitive links secure and private.

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Link Max Clicks

Set a maximum number of clicks for your URLs. Perfect for limited-time offers.

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URL Statistics

View detailed statistics for your URLs. Track clicks, locations, devices, and more.

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BOT Tracking

Track bot clicks on your URLs. Distinguish real users from automated traffic.

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Free API

A free and open-sourced API for URL shortening and statistics. Build your own tools.

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Export Click Data

Export click data as CSV, JSON, XLSX, or XML. Analyze your data anywhere.

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Absolutely Free

No hidden costs, no premium plans, no limitations. Free forever.

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