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1. Paste Episode, Lead Magnet, or Sponsor URL
Enter your Apple Podcasts link, Spotify episode URL, newsletter signup, or sponsor offer.
Audio Creators & Show Notes
Podcast Link Shortener.
Create easy-to-say, memorable short links (`shortnow.site/ep42`) that listeners can actually remember and type while driving or working out.
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✓ 100% Free — No Login
✓ Redis <15ms Redirects
✓ Dynamic QR & Live Click Counter
Simple 3-Step Workflow
How Podcasters Use Shortnow
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2. Pick a Spoken-Word Friendly Alias
Use simple dictionary words or episode numbers (`shortnow.site/ep104`) that require zero spelling explanation on air.
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3. Share Verified Click Stats With Sponsors
Send sponsors the public `/stats/[slug]` link as transparent proof of listener engagement.
Overview & Architecture
Links Your Listeners Can Actually Remember Out Loud
Podcast listeners are usually driving, walking, or at the gym—they cannot click a link inside an audio stream. If you read out a complicated URL or a random hash on air, 99% of listeners will forget it before they unlock their phone.
Shortnow lets hosts create crystal-clear verbal slugs (`shortnow.site/ep50`, `shortnow.site/book-list`, `shortnow.site/sponsor-name`) and prove exact click counts to podcast sponsors.
Why Audio Creators Need Custom Slugs
1. The 'Radio Test' for URLs
- Random Hashes Fail Audio
- You can never say 'Go to bit-dot-ly slash capital-K-seven-lowercase-q' on a microphone.
- Clean Memorable Slugs
- Saying 'Go to shortnow.site/guide' takes two seconds and sticks in memory.
2. Sponsor Attribution & QR for Video Podcasts
- Video Podcast Overlays
- Display the generated QR code in the corner of your YouTube video podcast episode.
- Prove Ad Read ROI
- Track how many listeners visited a sponsor's offer directly from your host-read ad.
Feature Comparison
Why Creators & Marketers Choose Shortnow
| Capability | Shortnow (Free) | Legacy Shorteners (Free Tier) |
|---|---|---|
| Mandatory Account / Login | No — Instant 1-Click Use | Required before shortening |
| Custom Alias Slugs | Unlimited Free Custom Slugs | Capped at 3–5/month or Paid only |
| Dynamic QR Code Download | Included on Every Link | Limited to 2/month |
| Real-Time Click Counter | Included (via /stats or + trick) | Paywalled ($29+/month) |
| Redirect Latency | <15ms Redis In-Memory Cache | Standard DB lookup |
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything You Need to Know
Can I share the analytics page directly with my podcast sponsor?
Yes! Every Shortnow link has a clean `/stats/[slug]` page showing total clicks that you can share with sponsors or agencies.
Are custom episode slugs free?
Yes, you can create custom slugs for every episode (`ep1`, `ep2`, `ep3`) completely free.
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Create easy-to-say, memorable short links (`shortnow.site/ep42`) that listeners can actually remember and type while driving or working out.
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