← All guides

How to shorten a link: a step-by-step guide

A short link is easier to share on social media, SMS and print, and it shows how many people clicked. Here's how to shorten a link on lnk.tj in a minute.

Sign up for free

Create an account with your email — no card needed. The free plan already includes short links and basic analytics.

Paste the long URL

On the Overview, paste the address into the “Target URL” field and click “Shorten”. You can set a custom slug, a title and tags.

Copy and share

Copy the ready short link (like lnk.tj/promo) with one click and post it anywhere — Instagram, Telegram, a business card.

See analytics and QR

The link page shows clicks by time, country, device and source, plus a QR code in SVG and PNG.

FAQ

Is it free?

Yes, the free plan lets you create short links with basic analytics at no cost.

Can I set a custom link?

Yes, paid plans let you set your own slug and connect your own domain.