Uncover the true destination of any shortened or redirecting URL.
A single shortened or redirecting URL to expand.
Multiple URLs to expand, separated by newlines. Use this instead of 'url' when processing many URLs.
Safety cap to stop infinite redirect loops (default 10).
Per-request timeout in milliseconds (default 15000).
Optional User-Agent string to use for requests.
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This tool reveals the full path of redirects and the final destination for any shortened or redirecting web link, helping you understand where a link truly leads before you click. It's ideal for verifying links and auditing campaign URLs.
Navigating the web often involves encountering shortened URLs or links that redirect multiple times. While convenient, these can obscure the actual destination, raising concerns about security, content relevance, or tracking. The URL Expander tool solves this by meticulously tracing every hop a link makes, from its origin to its final landing page. ### What it does Simply provide a web link, and this tool will follow its entire redirect chain. It records each intermediate URL, measures the total time taken for the expansion, and identifies the final, canonical URL. This detailed breakdown gives you a clear, transparent view of the link's journey. ### Why it matters For marketers, this means you can audit your campaign links, ensure they're pointing to the correct landing pages, and identify any unnecessary redirects that might impact user experience or SEO. For content curators and researchers, it's a way to pre-screen links for safety and relevance before sharing or analyzing. Anyone concerned about online privacy or security can use it to peek behind suspicious shortened links without directly visiting them, protecting against phishing or malware. ### Customization for advanced needs The tool offers several customizable settings to fit your specific requirements. You can process a single URL or a list of many, making it suitable for both quick checks and larger audits. For complex redirect scenarios, you can adjust the `Maximum redirects` limit to prevent infinite loops, and set a `Request timeout` to control how long the tool waits for a response from each server. Additionally, a `Custom User-Agent` string can be provided, which is useful for mimicking different browsers or devices when expanding URLs.
Paste a single shortened or redirecting URL into the 'Single URL' field, or provide multiple URLs, one per line, into the 'Multiple URLs' field.
Optionally, adjust the 'Maximum redirects' to control the number of hops the tool will follow, or set a 'Request timeout' for each step.
If needed, enter a 'Custom User-Agent' string to simulate different browser requests.
Run the tool to initiate the URL expansion process.
Receive a structured output containing the original URL, the final destination, and the complete sequence of all intermediate redirects and the time taken.