Free URL shortener to quickly shorten links with a single click. Simple and easy to use link shortener.

Latest Version

Version
1.2
Update
December 4, 2024
Size
28.92KiB
Developer
recut.in
Category
Users
10
Rating
5 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
ActiveTab
Storage
ContextMenus
Commands
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URL Shortener by Recut Extension

Recut URL Shortener Chrome Extension - Free and Easy URL Shortener! 🎉✨

The Recut URL Shortener Chrome Extension makes shortening URLs fast and easy. With just one click, you can create short, shareable links directly from the page you're viewing. This simple, free tool is ready to use once connected to your Recut account. No complicated steps, just quick and hassle-free link shortening! 🔗💼

Key Features:
Always Free 🌟 (Requires setting up an API key from your Recut account 🔑)
Instant Shortening: Shorten links directly from the toolbar in seconds 📎➡️🔗
Custom Domains & Aliases: Personalize your links with custom domains or unique aliases 🌍💼
Recent Links: Easily access your most recent shortened links right from the toolbar 🔄📌
Right-Click Shortening: Shorten any link instantly with a right-click, no copy-pasting needed 🖱️➡️✂️
Works on Multiple Browsers: Compatible with Chrome, Edge, Brave, Opera, and more 🖥️🌐
Supports Multiple Languages: Available in English, French, Italian, Spanish, German, and Chinese 🌎🗣️
Quick Access: Open the popup window easily using Ctrl+Q (Windows) or Command+Q (Mac) ⌨️

How to Get Your Recut API Key:

Visit the Recut Website
Go to the official Recut URL Shortener website.

Login or Sign Up
If you already have an account, click Login at the top right and enter your details.
If you're new, click Sign Up to create a free account.

Access Your Dashboard
After logging in or signing up, you will be redirected to your account dashboard.

Finding Your API Key (For PC/Laptop Users):
Click on your profile icon in the top-right corner.
From the menu, choose Settings.
Your API key will be visible on the right side of the Settings page.

Finding Your API Key (For Mobile Users):
Tap the gear icon (⚙️) in the top-right corner.
Select Settings from the menu and scroll down to find your API key.

Optional: Regenerate Your API Key
If you believe your key has been compromised, or you want to keep it secure, you can regenerate the key by clicking the Regenerate button in the Settings section.

Start shortening links today with the Recut URL Shortener Chrome Extension! Grab your Recut API key and enjoy fast, easy, and free link shortening. Visit Recut.in to get your API key now! 🧑‍💻💡
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "URL Shortener by Recut", "version": "1.2", "description": "Free URL shortener to quickly shorten links with a single click. Simple and easy to use link shortener.", "permissions": [ "activeTab", "storage", "contextMenus", "commands" ], "host_permissions": [ "https://recut.in/*", "https://app.recut.in/api/*" ], "content_scripts": [ { "matches": [ "" ], "js": [ "content.js", "locale.js" ] } ], "background": { "service_worker": "background.js" }, "action": { "default_popup": "popup.html", "default_icon": { "16": "icon16.png", "48": "icon48.png", "128": "icon128.png" } }, "icons": { "16": "icon16.png", "48": "icon48.png", "128": "icon128.png" }, "commands": { "open_popup": { "suggested_key": { "default": "Ctrl+Q", "mac": "Command+Q" }, "description": "Open the extension's Window" } }, "web_accessible_resources": [ { "resources": [ "interlay.html" ], "matches": [ "" ] } ]}
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How to download and manually install URL Shortener by Recut extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install URL Shortener by Recut extensions for Chrome, you can search for them in the Chrome Web Store, clicking the "Add to Chrome" button, and following the straightforward process.

However, you may need to install URL Shortener by Recut extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install URL Shortener by Recut extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download URL Shortener by Recut extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a URL Shortener by Recut extension for Chrome, don't worry, it's a simple process. Just follow these easy steps, and you will have your extension ready to use in no time.

Step 1: Download the URL Shortener by Recut Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the URL Shortener by Recut extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the URL Shortener by Recut extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for URL Shortener by Recut extension that contains all the data.

Step 2: Extract &Arrange Files

Once the file is downloaded, extract that file into its own folder. Similarly, give that extension files a permanent home. In other words, keep it in a folder that you don't accidentally delete it because these files will be needed to make that extension work.

Step 3: Go to the Chrome Extensions Page

Open Google Chrome and in the address bar, type chrome://extensions; it will open the Google Chrome extensions page. Make sure that "My extensions" is selected in the sidebar.

Step 4: Drag and Drop the Extension

Now, go to the folder where you extracted the URL Shortener by Recut extension and drag &drop the extension file from there anywhere onto the extension page within Google Chrome.

Step 5: Complete the Installation

Once you drag and drop the extension file, follow the steps that Google Chrome takes you through. Similarly, if the extension file is of .crx file format, you will be required to review the permissions and then add the extension.

Now, you can manage that added extension as you would like to with any other Chrome extension that you added through Chrome Webstore. Its icon will also appear in the Google Chrome Menu on the right side of the address bar once you activate it.

Method 2: Download URL Shortener by Recut extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install URL Shortener by Recut extension manually, but the twist is that here, you install by enabling the developer mode option provided in Google Chrome. This mode is commonly used for testing extensions or running unpublished tools.

Step 1: Download the URL Shortener by Recut extension file

Select and download the URL Shortener by Recut extension by clicking the 'Download CRX' button on the website.

Step 2: Extract the downloaded contents

Convert the file to a ZIP file if it is in CRX format then extract the URL Shortener by Recut extension zip file or folder that you downloaded. Make sure you extract it using the same folder name and keep it safely in another folder, so you don't delete it by mistake. The extracted folder will be needed to keep your URL Shortener by Recut extension running.

Step 3: Open Chrome Extension Setting Page

In the address bar of Google Chrome, type chrome://extensions and open the Chrome Extension Page.

Step 4: Enable Developer Mode

After opening the Chrome Extension page, look at the top right side, and you will find the toggle option of "Developer mode."Simply enable that developer mode option.

Step 5: Load the Unpacked Extension

Once you enable the developer mode option, you will see the menu of Load Unpacked, Pack Extensions and Update. From that, select the option "Load unpacked."

Step 6: Select the Extension Folder

Once the pop-up opens upon clicking Load unpacked, select the URL Shortener by Recut extension directory and click on the "Select Folder "button.

Step 7: Confirm and Install

After you select an extension folder of a Google Chrome extension you're installing manually, confirm its installation for the final time and let the installation complete.

Conclusion

Here we've made a step-by-step guide on How to manually install URL Shortener by Recut extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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