URL Unshortener
Find the original for a shortened URL.
URL Unshortener
Whether you've encountered a shortened link in an email, on social media, or elsewhere on the web, this tool helps you uncover the original target URL without the need to click on it. Our URL Unshortener allows you to examine the target URL without actually visiting it, enabling you to make an informed decision about whether or not to proceed to the target site.
Simply copy and paste the shortened URL into the designated box on this webpage and then click “Unshorten.” Our tool will promptly determine the original, unshortened URL and display it on the page.
Note: The tool does not work for services that have a delay before responding with the original location.
How URL Shortening Services Work
URL shortening services are widely used to reduce the length of URLs, making them more manageable and aesthetically pleasing. They work by taking a long URL and generating a shorter, unique alias that, when accessed, redirects to the original URL.
Many URL shortening services also provide tracking capabilities, allowing users to monitor link usage and gather valuable data about click-through rates.
Popular URL Shortening Services:
- Bitly: A URL shortening service with link tracking and analytics features.
- TinyURL: Known for its simplicity, TinyURL offers quick URL shortening and many customization options.
- Ow.ly: Part of the Hootsuite suite of tools, Ow.ly provides link tracking along with social media management.
As a practice, you can use this URL Unshortened to unveil the original web pages concealed behind these shortened URLs:
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