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- Do people trust shortened URLs?
- Are shorter URLs better?
- Do shortened URLs last forever?
- Why did Google discontinue URL shortener?
Do people trust shortened URLs?
Shortening links can also make you lose trust and credibility— users love to know where the link is taking them before engaging it. Scammers can also use shortened links to execute their malicious plans. Be sure about shortened links before clicking on them.
Are shorter URLs better?
Optimising the length of your website's URLs is a marketing practice your business should consider. Not only do shorter URLs rank better in search results, they are also far easier for users to type out and thus improve the user experience.
Do shortened URLs last forever?
Do shortened URLs expire? Some do, and some don't – it depends on the URL shortener service you're using. Some providers claim their shortened URLs don't expire. For example, TinyURL says its shortened URLs will never expire.
Why did Google discontinue URL shortener?
They recommended users switch to other popular URL Shorteners. Google shut down its service to focus on Firebase Dynamic Links or FDL. FDLs are smart URLs that allow you to send existing and potential users to any location within an iOS, Android, or web app.
