Passwords & Expiration
Lock sensitive links with a password prompt and set an expiration date or redirects type (301, 302, 307).
Our next destination is just a hop away
HEL.ink keeps shortlinks friendly for guests and teammates.
HEL.ink is the refreshed shortlink experience: create public links without an account, or sign in to unlock folders, QR downloads, analytics, notes, and moderation. Everything stays minimal, modern, and completely free.
Guests
Tap “Hop It” to mint a random slug instantly. Perfect for quick drops that do not need an account.
Registered users
Open a slide-over workspace to edit destinations, folders, tags, password protection, expiration, and QR previews without leaving the page.
More than a link shortener
Track, analyze, and share every link in one HEL.ink workspace.
Analytics timeline
See total clicks, per-day breakdowns, referrers, user agents, devices, and country heatmaps.
QR codes & folders
Generate QR in PNG/SVG, drop links into folders, and tag them for fast filtering.
API & Integrations
REST API for ShareX, CLI tools, and custom apps. Auto-shorten screenshots and automate link creation with 100 req/hour.
Open Source & Community Driven
Built with modern tech, designed for real workflows
Hel.ink is completely open source on GitHub. Built with Laravel 12, Tailwind CSS, and Alpine.js. Self-host on your infrastructure or use our hosted version.
✨ Open Source
100% open source on GitHub. Fork, customize, or contribute improvements.
🚀 Modern Stack
Laravel 12, Tailwind CSS, Alpine.js. Fast, secure, and maintainable.
👥 Community
Feature requests, bug reports, and contributions welcome on GitHub.
🔗 Link in Bio
Create beautiful bio pages. See example →
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