Free and easy URL shortener to create short links in one click!

Latest Version

Version
5.0.0
Update
December 3, 2024
Size
1.79MiB
Developer
www.rebrandly.com
Category
Users
90,000+
Rating
4.33508 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English (United States)
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Permissions
ContextMenus
Identity
ActiveTab
Tabs
Storage
ClipboardWrite
ClipboardRead
Bookmarks
Scripting
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URL Shortener Extension

Create short links easily with our convenient and user-friendly URL shortener! With the Rebrandly Chrome extension, you can shorten URLs just seconds, all for free. The process is simple, as you can shorten URLs directly from the page you’re on. If you want to create custom branded links, sign up for a paid plan.

- Feature Highlights:
- Shorten any link in one click
- Generate QR codes
- Manage UTM parameters
- Track link clicks
- Customize short URLs with your domain name
- Customize short URLs with keywords
- Share directly to social media platforms

Visit Rebrandly.com for more details about our URL shortener.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "short_name": "Rebrandly", "name": "URL Shortener", "version": "5.0.0", "manifest_version": 3, "description": "Free and easy URL shortener to create short links in one click!", "icons": { "512": "favicon.png" }, "background": { "service_worker": "bg-loader.js" }, "permissions": [ "contextMenus", "identity", "activeTab", "tabs", "storage", "clipboardWrite", "clipboardRead", "bookmarks", "scripting"], "host_permissions": [ "*://*/*" ], "action": { "default_icon": "favicon.png", "default_popup": "popup.html" }, "commands": { "_execute_action": { "suggested_key": { "default": "Alt+R", "windows": "Alt+R", "mac": "MacCtrl+R", "chromeos": "Alt+R", "linux": "Alt+R" } } }, "content_scripts": [ { "matches": [""], "js": [ "js/utils/listenters.js", "js/utils/constants.js", "js/utils/defaults.js", "js/libs/validator.min.js", "js/libs/le.min.js", "js/libs/tldjs.js", "js/libs/jquery-3.2.1.min.js", "js/utils/logger.js", "js/menus/utils-eld-popup.js", "js/helpers/api-middleware.js", "js/ald/elements.js", "js/ald/linkEngine.js", "js/ald/core.js", "js/entry_automatic_link_detection.js", "js/features/automatic_replace.js" ], "css": ["css/style.css"], "all_frames": true, "exclude_matches":[ "https://*.rebrandly.com/*" ] },{ "all_frames": true, "js": [ "js/utils/external_listener.js" ], "matches": [ "*://localhost/*", "https://*.rebrandly.com/*" ] }, { "js": [ "js/oauth/oauth.js" ], "matches": [ "https://oauth.rebrandly.com/robots.txt*" ], "run_at": "document_start" } ], "web_accessible_resources":[ { "resources": [ "js/utils/constants.js", "js/libs/tldjs.js", "html/rb-popup-short-menu.html", "html/rb-rebranded.html", "html/rb-not-working.html", "html/rb-popover.html", "css/select.min.css", "js/libs/le.min.js", "css/emoji/anguished.png", "css/emoji.css", "js/utils/iframe-spinner.js", "html/iframe-spinner.html", "html/spinner-error.html", "fonts/*" ], "matches": [ "*://*/*" ] } ], "options_page": "html/options.html", "externally_connectable": { "matches": [ "http://localhost/*" ] }, "incognito": "not_allowed", "content_security_policy": { "extension_pages": "script-src 'self'; object-src 'self'" }, "key": "MIIBIjANBgkqhkiG9w0BAQEFAAOCAQ8AMIIBCgKCAQEAhLblXDbddpJMifIS9yZelrJcZECWyXOe21MbOeoQpfuwwnCv0/NOkgFKO7wjp7MxQdgxKQCQ3s89jw8qufgnSAi2+LKVO4QQpuZhFfaYqyIb7OTkl6+3ft20ejxPJvo5rSjgk1M5DxQJWBBvzq9Tch8eQwqI+/FBmo9WDB+9BWgrIgtlY72aixMd+5O1jMcy58fgtVh8qR0igJPIFSk4LmKQ443ZRGbZRcW/WTzT3wmEnH89sMCP7r+LAlbIOinq6PstH5LQirobG1+NIZ4wM3r86p/jAjEr4ZqvUcFaglCwSmlilN0KuRxNGao1fNPDgdq5cmSGpUMIbX1nQLPj4wIDAQAB"}
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How to download and manually install URL Shortener extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install URL Shortener 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 extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install URL Shortener extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

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

If you ever need to manually install a URL Shortener 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 Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the URL Shortener extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the URL Shortener extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for URL Shortener 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 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 extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install URL Shortener 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 extension file

Select and download the URL Shortener 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 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 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 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 extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Vincent Costa (ID: 00000088852d0fe7) Voted 3 ★ - Updated 06/10/2024 The google chrome extension works OK. I have an account with Rebrandly. I have domains registered with them and I would like to be able to use those from the link. I would also like to rebrand from the extension rather than going into the program to fix the new link. It still needs a lot of work but I do love having my own domains. The new Desktop APP is terrible. In dings and creates 4 or 5 links to the same URL. It doesn't open up the first time and ask for you to set it up or have you log into your account. It's a great idea that is designed horibly. I had to uninstall it. sad. I'll try again when it is upgraded to see if it has been sufficiently improved.

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Tad Vaughn (ID: 000000406d668172) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 01/28/2024 WOW

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Mike K (ID: 0000009b83ff93ad) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 12/26/2023 The shortened url expired after a month - I provided the link to family at Thanksgiving; it expired before Christmas. What use is that to me?

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Octavian (ID: 0000002099089306) Voted 3 ★ - Updated 11/16/2023 Please add the possibility of copying the shortened URL to clipboard without showing the extension every time I do so. Otherwise, it works great.

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Sam Tuke (ID: 00000048fda95809) Voted 3 ★ - Updated 09/05/2023 Reedback: if you're going to cover my page with a popup for automatic link detection, for heaven's sake at least make the think closable. Disabled.