How to simplify Long URLs: A definitive guide to using TinyURL

 

“Simplifying Long URLs: A Guide to Using TinyURL”

Have you ever shared a link via email, only to find out that your friends couldn’t open it? This often happens when the URL is so long that it breaks into two lines, causing it to become unclickable. While some might try to piece the URL back together, others might not bother.

Luckily, there’s a simple solution to this problem: URL shorteners. These tools can convert a lengthy URL into a much shorter one. Here’s how you can use TinyURL, a popular and free URL shortener:

1. Visit the TinyURL website at https://tinyurl.com/.
2. Paste your long URL into the provided field.
3. Click on “Make TinyURL!”.
4. Your shortened URL will appear below the field.

Now, you can copy this shortened URL and share it with your friends. For instance, I shortened this long URL:

http://hodentek.blogspot.com/2018/09/visit-to-assisi-birth-place-of-st.html

to this one:

https://tinyurl.com/ybyzn4tl

While Google used to offer a similar tool, it has since been discontinued for new users. However, there are many other URL shorteners available. In fact, here’s a list of the [20 best URL shorteners] to help you find the right one for your needs.

Remember, the power to choose is democratic. Happy sharing!