t.ly operates primarily as a URL shortener, focusing on custom url shortener. t.ly is a free online service that allows users to shorten long URLs into more manageable links. It also provides features for link tracking, analytics, and custom branded short links. It is operated by t.ly.
t.ly
Caution High Traffic Tranco #3,519
Related Topics
url shortenerlink managementlink trackingcustom linksanalytics
Established Site
t.ly is an established platform operated by t.ly. Top 100,000 global website, 15 years old. Standard web safety practices apply.
Top 100,000 global website15 years old
Security Considerations
While t.ly is an established platform, these capabilities require extra vigilance.
URL Shortener
t.ly 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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Real-Time Investigation
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Recent Threat Analysis
URLert analyzed recent scan activity for t.ly and found 7 results.
| Status | Target URL | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious | https://t.ly/nBuAZ | 6 days ago |
| Suspicious | https://t.ly/TGE | 1 week ago |
| Malicious | https://t.ly/pFS2C | 2 weeks ago |
| Suspicious | https://t.ly/pFS2C | 2 weeks ago |
| Suspicious | https://t.ly/pFS2C | 2 weeks ago |
| Malicious | https://t.ly/tsuki_center | 3 weeks ago |
| Malicious | https://t.ly/PALMS | 12/5/2025 |
Developer API
Integrate Domain Intelligence
Access this classification data programmatically via our API.
GET /api/v1/classify?domain=t.ly
{
"domain": "t.ly",
"confidence": "high",
"category": {
"purpose": "url_shortener",
"specialization": "Custom URL Shortener"
},
"identity": {
"headline": "Free custom URL shortener and link management platform",
"summary": "t.ly is a free online service that allows users to shorten long URLs into more manageable links. It also provides features for link tracking, analytics, and custom branded short links.",
"operator": "t.ly",
"parent_entity": null,
"topics": [
"url shortener",
"link management",
"link tracking",
"custom links",
"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": "2010-03-01T00:00:00Z",
"rank": 3519,
"hosting_provider": "CLOUDFLARENET"
}
}