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What is.gd is

is.gd is a free service for shortening web addresses and other URLs. You can accept an automatically generated ending or choose a custom one containing 5 to 30 letters, numbers, or underscores. Link creators may enable access statistics, view them from a preview page, and generate a QR code for the shortened address. An API accepts HTTPS GET or POST requests and can return web, plain-text, XML, or JSON responses. The maker describes that API as mainly intended for low-volume applications or software running on an end user’s machine. Per-IP hourly limits include 200 shortenings, 100 shortenings with statistics, 3,600 lookups, and 60 statistics views, with counters combined. The service says it does not collect personally identifying information but stores data needed to operate, prevent abuse, and compile aggregate statistics. Shortened URLs and anonymous usage statistics are not private. Links cannot be deleted or redirected after creation. Browser plugins are available for most supported browsers.

Who it suits

is.gd suits people needing free short links, QR codes, or a low-volume shortening API. It also fits users who want optional link statistics and custom endings.

What it does well

  • Free URL-shortening service
  • Custom endings from 5 to 30 characters
  • Optional access statistics
  • Generates QR codes
  • API returns JSON and XML

What to know first

  • Links cannot be deleted or redirected
  • Shortened links are not private
  • Per-IP hourly limits apply
  • No custom domains

Plans

PlanBilled and limitsPrice
FreeService usage is rate limited; current per-IP limits include 200 URL shortenings/hour, or 100/hour with access statistics enabled · Links cannot be deleted or redirected after creationFree

As is.gd lists them, read 12 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.

Verdict

is.gd covers basic shortening, custom links, statistics, QR generation, and API access without a listed charge. Its permanence, public-link privacy, and rate limits should be considered before use.

Facts from is.gd's own pages

API
The shortening API accepts HTTPS GET or POST requests and can return web, plain text, XML, or JSON responses. · is.gd, 12 Oct 2026
API access
Yes · is.gd, 22 Sept 2026
API audience
The maker describes the API as primarily intended for low-volume applications or software running on an end user's machine. · is.gd, 12 Oct 2026
Browser support
The FAQ says third-party browser plugins are available for most web browsers that support the service. · is.gd, 12 Oct 2026
Custom domains
No · is.gd, 22 Sept 2026
Custom links
Users can choose a custom short URL instead of having one generated automatically. · is.gd, 12 Oct 2026
Custom URL limits
Custom URL parts must be 5 to 30 characters and can contain upper- and lowercase letters, numbers, and underscores. · is.gd, 12 Oct 2026
Free plan
Yes · is.gd, 22 Sept 2026
Link permanence
Creators cannot delete a shortened link or change its destination after creation. · is.gd, 12 Oct 2026
Link privacy
The maker says shortened URLs and their anonymous usage statistics are not private and advises against using links for sensitive or secure data. · is.gd, 12 Oct 2026
Link statistics
Creators can enable access statistics for a link and view them from its preview page. · is.gd, 12 Oct 2026
Privacy
The privacy policy says the service does not collect personally identifying information, but stores data needed to provide the service, track abuse, and compile aggregate link statistics. · is.gd, 12 Oct 2026
QR codes
The service can generate a QR code containing the shortened URL. · is.gd, 12 Oct 2026
Rate limits
Per IP hourly limits are 200 shortenings, 100 shortenings with statistics, 3,600 lookups, and 60 statistics views; the counters are combined. · is.gd, 12 Oct 2026
Service
is.gd is a free service for shortening web addresses and other URLs. · is.gd, 12 Oct 2026
Support
The site directs users with questions or problems to its FAQ and provides a contact page for issues and abuse reports. · is.gd, 12 Oct 2026
Use restrictions
The terms prohibit using links in commercial email, for unsolicited advertising, or to direct to malicious content, among other prohibited uses. · is.gd, 12 Oct 2026

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