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Summary
Convert a long URL to a short one for easy sharing and protecting privacy using Bit.ly URL shortener service
Overview
The main uses of URL shorteners are:
- They make links more manageable.
- They can track and compile click data.
- They can be transformed into Social Media services.
- They can provide users useful features.
- They promote sharing.
Here, we are using Bit.ly url shortener service. They provide very efficient click tracking and almost 100% of uptime. They also provide a good dashboard for managing short URLs.
NB: Obtain an API Key from bit.ly for accessing the Bit.ly services
Benefits
- convert long URLs to short ones
- track clicks on links
- protect links
Published: 09 Jul 2021 | Updated: 26 May 2021
License
MIT
Code Language
Visual Basic
Runtime
.NET Core
Tags
bitly
click tracking
url
url shortener
Compatibility
Assistant: 21.2.0+
Dependencies
Newtonsoft.json System.Net.Http bitly.com
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