Link Shortener
A link shortener built for teams that need control.
LinkPilot is a free link shortener that turns long URLs into branded, trackable short links. Every click is captured in real time, you can use your own domain, and every link is governed by team permissions, expiry rules, and audit logs.
Common use cases
- Shortening campaign URLs for email and social
- Sharing branded links in newsletters and ads
- Tracking clicks on internal team broadcasts
- Creating clean URLs for offline media like QR codes
What you get
Branded short links
Use shrd.link or bring your own custom domain.
Custom slugs
Pick memorable, human-readable URLs for high-visibility campaigns.
Real-time analytics
Live clicks, referrers, geolocation, and device breakdowns.
Edge-powered redirects
Sub-50ms redirects worldwide so links feel instant.
Why teams choose LinkPilot
One platform for every kind of link
Most tools cover either marketing links or secret sharing. LinkPilot covers both — with the controls, audit trail, and team workflows engineering and marketing teams actually need.
| Capability | Secret Links | Smart Links | Controlled Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-time Secret Links | |||
| Expiring links | |||
| Passphrase protection | Partial | ||
| Branded short links | |||
| Link analytics | |||
| Audit events | |||
| Team workflows | |||
| API access | |||
| Revocation | |||
| Custom expiration |
Frequently asked questions
Is the link shortener really free?
Yes. The free plan includes branded short links, click analytics, and a custom domain — no credit card required.
Can I use my own domain?
Yes. Add a custom domain and we provision the hostname automatically through our network for fast, branded redirects.
Will my links keep working if I cancel?
Your active links continue to redirect on the free tier so you do not lose anything you have already shared.