Review on: Smart URL Shortener

Review on: Smart URL Shortener

Pravin M. Tambe1, Bhushan B. Potdar2, Harshal R. Patil3, Vishal V. Valvi4, Suraj M. Ugale5
1Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Engineering, Sir Visvesvaraya Institute of Technology, Nashik, Maharashtra, India

 2345Department of Computer Engineering, Sir Visvesvaraya Institute of Technology, Nashik, Maharashtra, India

Abstract - In this paper, we discuss the need for URL shortening when using and sharing links on various platforms. URLs are often long and unattractive, especially on social media. Long URLs can take up character space, increase costs, and look outdated or spammy to users. To solve this, we propose a URL shortening service that converts a long web address into a shorter, more manageable link. This shortened link won’t break when shared across platforms, and it’s more appealing, specific, and easy to track.

Our service also includes features like generating a QR code for the link, tracking the number of visitors, supporting custom slugs, allowing link editing, ensuring the shortened link doesn’t expire, only accepting HTTPS URLs, and providing the service for free.

Keywords: URL shortening, URL sharing, QR code generation, URL management, Link tracking, URL customization, HTTPS URLs.