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Google URL Shortener

Google launched its URL shortener service, Goo.gl, on December 14, 2009. Initially designed for Google Toolbar and FeedBurner, the tool quickly gained traction as people used it for link-sharing purpo...

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The Evolution of URL Shorteners

Most people have clicked a shortened URL without thinking much about it. These tools go back to 2002, when TinyURL launched as a way to make long links easier to share. Once email, SMS, and social pos...

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How to Edit a QR Code

You've probably seen QR codes on menus or posters. They are great for sharing website links, Wi-Fi passwords, and other info fast. But what happens when the destination changes? That is where dynamic...

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Introducing the T.LY Laravel URL Shortener API Package

If you need short links inside a Laravel app, the T.LY API already gives you the building blocks. The TLY Laravel package makes that workflow feel more native, so you can create, update, and inspect l...

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Best Time to Post on Social Media Platforms

As with most things in life, timing is everything! When you post online, knowing when to ensure your content gets seen, liked, and shared is essential. But the "best time" isn't the same for every pla...

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The 5 best URL shorteners in 2025

If you've been online for more than a week, you know what long URLs look like: random letters, numbers, and punctuation marks that do little more than confuse users. Whether you're a digital marketer...

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Link Tracking: The Ultimate Guide

Tracking links helps you to know if your content and marketing are working. Without knowing the engagement of URLs, you are effectively flying blind. When sharing a link on social media, email, or eve...

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How to Make WordPress Links Shorter

WordPress urls can often be long due to the nature of the title and often include dates in the URL. A great solution to make URLs easier to share while keeping them intact with metadata is to use T.LY...

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How Does a URL Shortener Work?

What a URL shortener does A URL shortener is a tool that converts a long URL into a short one. The long URL and short URL are stored in a database. When the short URL is clicked on, the server looks u...

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