GitHub Link Shortener.Shorten repo links, release files & commit permalinks.
Condense long GitHub repository links, release binary downloads, and commit permalinks into clean developer URLs. Keep README files tidy, make slide deck links easy to type, and track file downloads in real time.
Engineered for GitHub. Everything you need to shorten links, track clicks, and customize URLs.
Shorten Release Download Links
Convert long paths like github.com/user/repo/releases/download/v2.1.0/installer.zip into short links like recut.in/install-cli.
Always Point to Latest Release
Set recut.in/app-latest to your newest GitHub release assets, updating the target whenever you push a new release tag.
Keep README Files Neat
Prevent 120-character URLs from breaking table formatting and badge lines in your documentation.
Easy to Type From Slides
Create simple links (like recut.in/demo-repo) that conference attendees can easily type into their phone or laptop.
Count Total Downloads
Track total clicks on binary downloads, what countries users are in, and what operating systems they use.
REST API for CI/CD
Generate short links automatically during GitHub Actions build and release workflows using Recut's API.
How to shorten a GitHub link. Three simple steps to shorten, customize, and share your link.
Copy GitHub link
Copy your repository URL, release download link, or commit permalink.
Pick a short alias
Assign a clean name like recut.in/cli-tool or use your engineering domain.
Put in docs & slides
Add the short link to your README, presentation slides, or social posts and track clicks.
Frequently Asked Questions. Common questions about using our GitHub Link Shortener - Repo, Release & Commit Links.
Can I shorten direct release binary download links?
Yes. You can shorten direct .zip, .tar.gz, or .exe download links and see how many times they were clicked.
Can I have one link that always points to our newest release?
Yes. Whenever you publish a new version, update the destination in your dashboard without changing the link in your README or tutorials.
Can I automate link creation in GitHub Actions?
Yes. Recut provides an API so you can create short links automatically when building new releases.
Can I track where developers click my links from?
Yes. Recut shows click counts, referring sites (like GitHub READMEs, Reddit, or Twitter), and geographic locations.
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