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Link Shortner

By Dipakkumar Parmar

Site Administration & Utilities / URL Redirects & 301 Management

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

Link Shortner Review - In-Depth Analysis

Link Shortner allows you to create clean, branded short permalink links for your posts and custom URLs. Easily generate and share short links for effective content management and marketing.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.83/10

User Rating

4.5/5 (based on 11+ reviews)

Active Installations

700+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

1 / 10 (Very Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

Link Shortner helps you generate short links and share any URL on or off your WordPress website.

With this plugin, you can create short links for posts. Share short links on social media, emails, or anywhere online. Quickly regenerate links with one click from your WordPress admin.

Whether you’re managing content, marketing campaigns, or just want neat and professional URLs, Link Shortner makes it simple and effective.

Comparing to Alternatives

Link Shortner is a straightforward URL shortening plugin with several alternatives available that offer similar functionalities.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Easy to use and set up as noted by multiple users
Provides simple URL shortening functionality
No known security vulnerabilities, ensuring safe usage
Highly rated with a 4.5 out of 5 average score

Weaknesses

Does not generate short links without changing the original post permalink
Limited customization options for short links
Lacks advanced tracking features found in some alternatives

User Sentiment Analysis

The plugin enjoys a predominantly positive reception with 81.8% of users giving it 5 stars and only one negative review.

Positive highlights

Easy to use and set up (Dhaval Buddhadev)
Simple and straightforward plugin (pardeep23750)
Meets requirements effectively (vsakariya)
Creates easy to use short links (MD SHARIFUL ISLAM)

Common complaints

Does not function as a traditional link shortener but rather changes the original link (99networth)

Weaknesses

Alters the permalink which some users find undesirable
Limited features compared to more advanced URL shorteners

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a simple and easy-to-use URL shortening plugin without advanced tracking or customization needs.

Not ideal for

Users who want to generate short links without altering original permalinks or require advanced link management features.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers basic URL shortening functionality with easy setup and use.

Final Verdict

Link Shortner is a reliable and user-friendly plugin for basic URL shortening needs, boasting high user satisfaction and no known security issues. It is ideal for users who prioritize simplicity and ease of use over advanced features.

However, its approach of changing the original permalink may not suit everyone, especially those looking for traditional link shortening without altering URLs. Alternatives with more customization and tracking options are available for users with more complex requirements.