Google Drive Link Shortener.Turn long Google Drive share links into clean, trackable URLs.
Convert long Google Drive file, document, and spreadsheet sharing links into short, professional URLs. You can also turn any file link into a direct download link, set expiration dates on confidential files, and see when clients open them.
Engineered for Google Drive. Everything you need to shorten links, track clicks, and customize URLs.
Clean Client Links
Replace 100-character Google Drive URLs with clean links like docs.agency.com/q3-audit for professional proposals.
Direct Download Option
Set files to download immediately to the recipient's computer instead of opening Google's heavy in-browser preview screen.
Set an Expiration Date
Make links stop working after your deadline so old proposals or pricing sheets cannot be viewed indefinitely.
Update Files Without Resending Links
If you upload a revised PDF, update the link in Recut. You do not need to resend emails to your client.
Know When Clients Open Your File
Get real-time click notifications so you know the moment a prospect opens your proposal deck.
Password Protection
Put a password on sensitive spreadsheets or financial reports so only authorized clients can access them.
How to shorten a Google Drive link. Three simple steps to shorten, customize, and share your link.
Copy Google Drive link
Set file access to 'Anyone with the link can view' and copy the share URL.
Paste & set options in Recut
Paste above, choose a custom name, and optionally enable direct download or an expiration date.
Send to your client
Share your clean short link via email or chat and track when they open it.
Frequently Asked Questions. Common questions about using our Google Drive Link Shortener - Direct Downloads & Clean Share Links.
Can I make Google Drive files download directly?
Yes. Recut can format file links so clicking them downloads the file immediately without loading Google's preview screen.
What if I upload a newer version of the file?
Just update the destination URL in your dashboard to the new file. The link you already emailed to your client will point to the new version.
Can I see when someone opens my file?
Yes. Recut logs the exact timestamp, device, and location every time someone clicks your link.
Can I protect a Google Drive short link with a password?
Yes. You can set a password requirement on Recut before visitors are redirected to the Google Drive file.
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