is.gd
Link Tools No key
AuthenticationNo key
Rate limitFree with per-IP rate limits; designed for low-volume use, not heavy server apps
Documentation: is.gd ยท Checked Sep 13, 2026
About
is.gd is a minimalist URL shortener with a genuinely useful free API: no signup, no key, just a URL call. You can pick a custom short name, get JSON or plain-text responses, and even turn on click statistics. It is built for low-volume apps and personal projects.
Details
No key needed. You can call it right away.
Auth: No key
Rate limit: Free with per-IP rate limits; designed for low-volume use, not heavy server apps
Verified: 2026-09-13
Best for: personal fun business
Setup
- Open the example URL in a browser with your long link swapped in.
- Add &shorturl=myname to pick a custom short name.
- Add &logstats=1 for click stats (counts double against the limit).
- Check the docs page for the lookup API to expand short URLs.
Example
https://is.gd/create.php?format=json&url=https://example.comUse cases
- Shorten links inside your own apps without any API keys
- Create memorable custom short names for campaigns
- Look up what a short link points to before clicking