Everything you need to know about URL shortening, emoji links, and emj.to.
A URL shortener is a tool that converts long web addresses into shorter, more manageable links. For example, a URL like "https://example.com/blog/2025/how-to-create-amazing-content" becomes "emj.to/🚀". These short links redirect users to the original destination when clicked. URL shorteners are useful for social media, print materials, and anywhere you need cleaner, trackable links.
Emoji URLs use emoji characters instead of letters and numbers in the short link. When you create a link like emj.to/🎉✨, our servers store the original destination URL. When someone clicks the emoji link, they're instantly redirected to the full URL. Emojis are supported in all modern browsers and make links more memorable and fun to share.
Short links from emj.to are safe. We scan links for malware and phishing, and remove any malicious content. We also display link previews so you can see where a link leads before clicking. Always be cautious with short links from unknown sources – but links created through emj.to are monitored and secure.
Yes! emj.to offers a generous free tier that includes unlimited link creation, basic analytics, QR code generation, and custom emoji slugs. Premium plans are available for users who need advanced features like API access, detailed analytics, custom domains, and team collaboration.
The free plan includes: unlimited short links, custom emoji slugs, basic click analytics (total clicks, last 30 days history), QR code generation for all links, and link management dashboard. It's perfect for personal use and small projects.
Every link you create with emj.to automatically tracks clicks. You can view detailed analytics in your dashboard including: total click count, clicks over time, geographic location of clickers, device and browser information, and referrer sources. Analytics are available in real-time.
By default, links created with emj.to never expire and remain active as long as your account is active. However, you can set optional expiration dates for links if needed – useful for limited-time offers, event registrations, or temporary campaigns.
Yes! You can update the destination URL of any short link you've created without changing the short link itself. This is useful if your content moves or you want to redirect traffic to a different page. Your analytics history is preserved when you update a link.
You can use up to 10 emojis in your custom slug. We recommend using 2-4 emojis for the best balance of memorability and brevity. Popular choices include combinations like 🚀✨, 🎉🎊, or emojis that relate to your content.
A QR code is a scannable barcode that links to a URL. When you create a short link with emj.to, we automatically generate a QR code for it. You can download the QR code in various formats and use it on print materials, presentations, business cards, or anywhere you want people to easily access your link by scanning with their phone.
Yes! emj.to provides a RESTful API that lets you create, manage, and track links programmatically. You can integrate link shortening into your own applications, automate link creation, and retrieve analytics data. API access is available on premium plans with comprehensive documentation.
emj.to uses a global edge network to ensure redirects happen in under 100 milliseconds from anywhere in the world. We maintain 99.9% uptime so your links are always available and fast.
Custom domains are available on premium plans. You can use your own branded domain (like links.yourcompany.com) for a more professional appearance while still benefiting from emj.to's analytics and management features.