Long links, made short and simple.
Paste a link, tap Shorten, done. Your short link works everywhere and keeps working.
For printing on flyers, posters or business cards. If the target changes, the code stays valid.
Use this link to change the target later or delete the short link. Save it, it is only shown now.
How it works
Paste your link
Copy the long link into the field above.
Shorten
One click is enough. In the background we quickly check that a human is shortening, not a spam bot.
Share
Copy the short link and send it by message, email or on social media. With the edit link you can change the target later.
A free URL shortener: what ci8.de offers
Links that last
Short links have no expiry date. What you share or print today still works years from now.
Change the target later
With the edit link you swap the target or delete the short link. The short address stays the same.
QR code included
Every short link comes with a QR code as PNG or SVG, ready for flyers, posters and business cards.
Checked targets
Every target is checked for known malware and phishing when you shorten it. We look at every reported link.
Easy to type
Six characters, none that are easy to mix up such as 0 and O or 1, l and i. Handy on the phone, on slides and in print.
Light on data
No account, no advertising cookies, and we do not store your IP address.
Frequently asked questions
What is a short link?
A short link is a short address like ci8.de/k7m3xa that instantly redirects to a long address when opened. Short links fit into messages, posters and QR codes and are easy to type.
Is ci8.de free?
Yes. Shortening is free and needs no sign-up. ci8.de is funded by unobtrusive, labelled ads and voluntary support.
How long does my short link work?
Permanently. Short links have no expiry date. We only delete them when they are abused, for example for phishing or malware.
Can I change the target later or delete the link?
Yes. After shortening you get an edit link. With it you can change the target or delete the short link. Keep it safe: it is shown only once, and without it we cannot change the link for you.
Guides
- Using short links safelyHow to recognise trustworthy short links and protect yourself from phishing.Read more →
- Short links for QR codesWhy short addresses make better QR codes and how to keep printed codes flexible.Read more →
- Short links on social media and in messagesHow short links keep posts tidy and what to keep in mind when sharing.Read more →
Privacy at a glance
- No account needed and no advertising cookies.
- Spam protection is handled by Cloudflare Turnstile, without picture puzzles.
- Your IP address is not stored. We only use it in a disguised form so nobody can create links in bulk.
- Visits are counted anonymously. More statistics only with your consent.
Details are in the privacy policy.
Report abuse
A short link leads to phishing, malware or illegal content? Report it to us. We review it and usually remove it within one working day.
Or email
abuse@ci8.de
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