- URL Shortener
Shorten links and track visits with the best URL shortener
Transform complex URLs into highly shareable and trackable links. Use the short link generator on Canva to instantly create a custom short URL you can seamlessly integrate into any design.
Craft memorable links worth clicking
Grab people’s attention with a concise and unforgettable link. Use the free URL shortener on Canva to customize your URLs and turn them into branded links that reflect your brand name or current campaign. Share your custom shortened URL anywhere, from ads and flyers to social media posts. Perfect for directing clients straight to your website, feedback form, or online portfolio.
Ditch the app-switch
Cut down on app-switching and speed up workflows by doing everything on Canva. Design stunning presentations and business cards, and make links shorter without leaving the platform. Type in a URL, make a short link, and then effortlessly drag and drop the trimmed URL anywhere in the canvas. Create, edit, and collaborate on designs, then quickly shorten links for free — all in one place.
Short links, big insights
Besides unique QR codes(opens in a new tab or window) or custom links, the short link creator on Canva gives you valuable information from your free shortened URL. Reuse your short link on multiple designs, and find the total number of clicks your link has received or track its engagement by location. Make the most of an all-in-one short URL generator and get all the performance data you need to boost your marketing game.
How to shorten a link
Frequently Asked Questions
- An online URL shortener is a helpful tool that compresses lengthy, spammy-looking links into short, polished, and personalized URLs. These shortened links are easier to remember and share with others and help reduce your character count.
- A URL shortening service creates a new link or QR code for you to share to redirect people to the original web address you provided. It works by substituting the original URL with a different domain.
- Yes, as long as you use a reliable short URL generator like the QR Codes (& Links) app from Bitly. In the case of short links from other sites, always proceed with caution. Only click on hyperlinks from trusted sources to avoid malware or phishing attacks.
- Many digital marketers and content creators shorten hyperlinks to produce branded URLs that customers can easily recognize. Short links are said to have higher click-through rates than generic ones.
- You can generate up to 2 QR codes and 10 short links per month for free. If you need to generate more, upgrade to any of Bitly’s pricing plans, which include additional customizations and features.
Canva automatically shortens share links for all Canva designs, including public view links, comments, and folders (excluding Canva Websites), using a built-in feature with no external apps required.
On paid plans, you can also create custom short links (e.g. canva.link/my-brand-deck) for a more branded and polished look when you share with others. Read more here.
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