What is the best link shortening script? - GoFuckYourself.com

st0ned · 01-14-2011, 04:37 PM

I want to create a site to make short URLs for one of my networks (available to the public).

I have seen quite a few scripts available to do this, including http://www.yourls.org.

Anyone have any suggestions or feedback on the topic?

I would rather start things off with the best / most secure script rather than switching later and trying to import the db data.

alias · 01-14-2011, 05:23 PM

http://xbiz.com/blogs/128150

st0ned · 01-14-2011, 05:39 PM

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Originally Posted by alias

http://xbiz.com/blogs/128150

Thanks for the link. Looks like he is suggesting yourls also. Have you used it yourself?

alias · 01-14-2011, 05:42 PM

No I haven't had a chance yet, seems cool though. I can definitely think of some valid uses.

st0ned · 01-14-2011, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by alias

No I haven't had a chance yet, seems cool though. I can definitely think of some valid uses.

Yeah, I have been looking at it for quite awhile, just now getting around to using it myself. Wanted to see what else was out there before I launched the project though.

Currently I am mainly wanting to open it for public use rather than my affiliate links as he mentioned.

alias · 01-14-2011, 05:52 PM

This script has lots of uses, opt in mailing for instance: it is always better to have the sending domain redirect the link rather than use a 3rd party code. Most mailers do this anyway but a management interface offers additional convenience.

Another example would be for blogging, protect yourself from programs that don't pay by using niche based links that can be updated to the best selling current site rather than manual link changes.

st0ned · 01-14-2011, 06:58 PM

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Originally Posted by alias

This script has lots of uses, opt in mailing for instance: it is always better to have the sending domain redirect the link rather than use a 3rd party code. Most mailers do this anyway but a management interface offers additional convenience.

Another example would be for blogging, protect yourself from programs that don't pay by using niche based links that can be updated to the best selling current site rather than manual link changes.

Yeah I run a different type of setup for my affiliate links that allows me to change them easily.

If I like it I might implement it to gain the additional features.

Trying it out now for my other project (public link shortening service).

fris · 01-14-2011, 07:11 PM

i use bit.ly pro with my own custom domain (jet.li)

as you can see here i use it here

http://twitter.com/iheartwordpress

ruff · 01-14-2011, 07:50 PM

Just set yourls up. Very easy to do and works great. Bump for good info.

Horny Dude · 01-14-2011, 08:06 PM

I use this one for a few sites I own: http://www.gentlesource.com/short-url-script/

Word of warning, the script doesn't have that many security features so you really have to be on top of it. So many URL shortening sites get shut down due to so many scammers using them for garbage. I only have one site that I allow public access, the others are only for my use.

ruff · 01-14-2011, 09:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Horny Dude

I use this one for a few sites I own: http://www.gentlesource.com/short-url-script/

Word of warning, the script doesn't have that many security features so you really have to be on top of it. So many URL shortening sites get shut down due to so many scammers using them for garbage. I only have one site that I allow public access, the others are only for my use.

Can't think of a particularly good reason to allow public access myself.

Horny Dude · 01-14-2011, 10:55 PM

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Originally Posted by ruff

Can't think of a particularly good reason to allow public access myself.

True, but I've seen a lot of people looking for a link shortening script to try and cash in on social media traffic.

facialfreak · 01-15-2011, 03:00 AM

I've been using www.smurl.me for my twitter posts ...

Very new site, so URLs are VERY SHORT STILL ... 2 or 3 characters

st0ned · 01-15-2011, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by fris

i use bit.ly pro with my own custom domain (jet.li)

as you can see here i use it here

http://twitter.com/iheartwordpress

I assume you aren't going the paid route? Is the free version worth it? I assume they would be more secure than yourls anyway.

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Originally Posted by ruff

Just set yourls up. Very easy to do and works great. Bump for good info.

Yeah I set it up last night as well. No complaints so far. Very easy setup and modifications.

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Originally Posted by Horny Dude

I use this one for a few sites I own: http://www.gentlesource.com/short-url-script/

Word of warning, the script doesn't have that many security features so you really have to be on top of it. So many URL shortening sites get shut down due to so many scammers using them for garbage. I only have one site that I allow public access, the others are only for my use.

Thanks for the heads up. I will take a look at that one. I figured I would have to combat a bunch of spam and stuff. If it becomes overwhelming I will likely hand the project off to someone else.

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Originally Posted by ruff

Can't think of a particularly good reason to allow public access myself.

I have a "shock site" network. This is simply another way for them to trick their friends into coming to the sites. I am sure lots of spammers will pick up on it also though, hopefully I will be able to combat them. Only time will tell.

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Originally Posted by Horny Dude

True, but I've seen a lot of people looking for a link shortening script to try and cash in on social media traffic.

Yeah I don't intend to use this in that manner.

st0ned · 01-15-2011, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by fris

i use bit.ly pro with my own custom domain (jet.li)

as you can see here i use it here

http://twitter.com/iheartwordpress

Have you compared it to yourls by chance?

fris · 01-15-2011, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by st0ned

Have you compared it to yourls by chance?

ive used yourls, admin area is lacking, nothing compared to bit.ly, but its ok for what its worth.

st0ned · 01-27-2011, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by fris

ive used yourls, admin area is lacking, nothing compared to bit.ly, but its ok for what its worth.

So the free bit.ly has a lot more features? Unfortunately I already setup and started using yourls on the domain I had planned to use for this project. Then noticed it doesn't even have referral URL data.

I figure rather than getting a plugin coded for this I would rather switch to bit.ly if it offers it. When I went directly to your domain, it forwarded me to bit.ly. Is this what the free version does?

CyberDilemma · 01-27-2011, 09:04 PM

Yourls is good. Another one that you can download for free to make your own custom domain URLs is http://get-shorty.com/

fris · 01-27-2011, 09:09 PM

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Originally Posted by st0ned

So the free bit.ly has a lot more features? Unfortunately I already setup and started using yourls on the domain I had planned to use for this project. Then noticed it doesn't even have referral URL data.

I figure rather than getting a plugin coded for this I would rather switch to bit.ly if it offers it. When I went directly to your domain, it forwarded me to bit.ly. Is this what the free version does?

hit me up, i got something to show you in that regards.

st0ned · 01-28-2011, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by fris

hit me up, i got something to show you in that regards.

Sounds good, hitting you up now.

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st0ned · 01-28-2011, 02:26 PM

Actually yourls does display referral URL. For whatever reason it took quite a while to start displaying it.

Looks like bit.ly pro does not allow pornographic content.

Any coders who would be interested in removing all of the yourls branding for me? I have looked through the code quite a bit and can't seem to find what I am looking for.

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st0ned Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Arizona Posts: 8,437	Actually yourls does display referral URL. For whatever reason it took quite a while to start displaying it. Looks like bit.ly pro does not allow pornographic content. Any coders who would be interested in removing all of the yourls branding for me? I have looked through the code quite a bit and can't seem to find what I am looking for. __________________ Conversion Sharks - 1,000+ adult dating offers, traffic management, and consistently high payouts. We will guarantee and beat your current EPC to win your dating traffic! Skype: ConversionSharks \|\| Email: info /@/ conversionsharks.com