short.gy operates primarily as a URL shortener, focusing on link shortening service. Short.gy is a free online tool that shortens long URLs into clean, shareable links without requiring an account. It offers features like links that never expire and no ads, with advanced options like custom branded domains and analytics available through a Short.io account. It is operated by Short.cm Inc..
short.gy
High Risk High Traffic Tranco #17,985
Threat Detected
Recent scans of specific URLs on this domain have flagged potential threats:
"The content analysis agents were unable to retrieve content from the shortened URL, which suggests potential evasion or that the content is no longer available. This behavior, combined with the use of a URL shortener, warrants further investigation."
Related Topics
URL shortenerlink managementcustom domainsanalytics
Established Site
short.gy is an established platform operated by Short.cm Inc.. Top 100,000 global website, Unknown registration date. Standard web safety practices apply.
Top 100,000 global websiteUnknown registration date
Security Considerations
While short.gy is an established platform, these capabilities require extra vigilance.
URL Shortener
short.gy converts URLs into short codes that hide the actual destination. Before clicking shortened links, use a URL expander tool or hover to preview where the link actually leads.
Remember: The platform itself is established, but even established platforms can be abused.
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Recent Threat Analysis
URLert analyzed recent scan activity for short.gy and found 5 results.
| Status | Target URL | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Suspicious | https://tlaetll.short.gy/3EU6qh | 1 day ago |
| Suspicious | https://fh5h.short.gy/QlTeYo | 1 week ago |
| Suspicious | https://ranapk.short.gy/TGxmb@RANAPKX73/OPPLEXTV.m3u | 3 weeks ago |
| Malicious | https://ifhjs5.short.gy/4HkGvL | 12/10/2025 |
| Suspicious | https://opinat.short.gy/fHqGay | 12/5/2025 |
Developer API
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GET /api/v1/classify?domain=short.gy
{
"domain": "short.gy",
"confidence": "high",
"category": {
"purpose": "url_shortener",
"specialization": "Link Shortening Service"
},
"identity": {
"headline": "Free URL shortener to transform long links into clean, shareable short links.",
"summary": "Short.gy is a free online tool that shortens long URLs into clean, shareable links without requiring an account. It offers features like links that never expire and no ads, with advanced options like custom branded domains and analytics available through a Short.io account.",
"operator": "Short.cm Inc.",
"parent_entity": null,
"topics": [
"URL shortener",
"link management",
"custom domains",
"analytics"
]
},
"functions": {
"is_ugc_platform": false,
"is_file_host": false,
"is_url_shortener": true,
"is_public_idp": false,
"is_crypto_platform": false,
"allows_user_subdomains": false,
"is_form_builder": false,
"is_document_host": false
},
"facts": {
"registered_date": null,
"rank": 17985,
"hosting_provider": "AMAZON-02"
}
}