What’s the Deal With URLs?
Many people have heard the term URL without thinking much about what it actually means. URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator, and it is simply the web address that points to a page, file, or resource online.
Why URLs matter
URLs are how we reach websites on the internet. When you type one into a browser or click a link, the URL tells your browser where to go.
Why people shorten URLs
Many URLs are long, cluttered, and difficult to share. A URL shortener turns that long address into a cleaner, simpler link that is easier to copy, post, remember, and trust.
That is useful for:
- Businesses sharing landing pages
- Presenters showing a link on screen
- Creators adding links to bios
- Anyone who wants a cleaner-looking URL
Try T.LY
T.LY makes it easy to shorten links from the website or with the browser extension.
Tim Leland
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