Free tool
YouTube link shortener
Short links for videos, Shorts, channels and playlists, so you know which post or email brought the viewers.
- srt1.link/cf-videosExample
https://www.youtube.com/@cloudflare
to shorten links, pick the back-half and see click analytics.
Why shorten YouTube links
Video in a newsletter
See how many subscribers clicked through to your latest video from each issue.
Channel link for offline
Print a short link to your channel on packaging, slides or merch.
Open in the app
Mobile visitors can be sent to the YouTube app with iOS and Android targeting.
How it works
Shorten a YouTube link in three steps
- 01Copy the YouTube URL you want to share
- 02Paste it in the form above and select Shorten link
- 03Copy the short link, or sign up to track its clicks
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is the YouTube link shortener free?
Yes. Paste a YouTube URL in the form above to get a short link for free. Sign in free with Google or your email, and the link is saved to your account with click analytics.
Can I choose my own short link?
Yes, with a free account you can set a custom back-half such as srt1.link/my-offer, add UTM parameters, an expiration date or a password. Links from the public form get a random back-half.
How do I see how many people clicked my link?
Sign in, open Analytics and choose the link. You will see clicks over time with the country, city, referrer, browser, operating system and device of each visit.