is.gd is a free, straightforward URL shortening service that generates permanent shortened links. To use it, visit the is.gd homepage, paste your long URL (up to 5,000 characters) into the input field, and click to generate a shortened link—the service will return a compact URL that redirects to your original destination. ^{1 2}

Key features and options:

• API access: Developers can integrate is.gd programmatically using its API, which supports plain text, JSON, and XML formats with parameters including custom URLs, callbacks, and statistics logging.

Important notes: Shortened URLs are permanent and cannot be deleted once created, the service uses 301 permanent redirects (passing SEO credit), and links must comply with terms of service prohibiting spam or commercial abuse. ^{1 2}