UrlBae API

Url Shorteners / API Key Intermediate HTTPS CORS
Varies by plan (check documentation)

Overview

UrlBae is a URL shortening service with a REST API that lets you create short links, track clicks, and manage your links programmatically. It is a straightforward alternative to Bitly with a developer-friendly API. An API key is required and available after registering on their site.

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Beginner Tip

Check the urlbae.com/developers documentation for your specific API base URL and available endpoints — the API is straightforward but documentation may change. Always test with a single URL before building any automation.

Available Data

UrlBae data via REST API
JSON-formatted response data
Requires API key authentication

Example Response

JSON Response
{
  "status": "success",
  "data": {
    "result": "Data from UrlBae",
    "description": "Simple and efficient short link creation",
    "timestamp": "2025-01-15T10:00:00Z"
  }
}

Field Reference

short_url The generated short URL ready to share.
original_url The original long URL that was submitted.
clicks Number of times the short link has been clicked.
status Indicates whether the short link is active or disabled.

Implementation Example

const url = "https://urlbae.com/developers";
// Replace headers or query params with the values required by this API.
const response = await fetch(url, {
  headers: {
  "X-API-Key": "YOUR_API_KEY"
  }
});
if (!response.ok) throw new Error(`Request failed: ${response.status}`);
const data = await response.json();
console.log(data);

What Can You Build?

Note: These code examples are AI-generated and unverified. Always refer to the official API documentation for accurate usage.

Common Errors & Troubleshooting

401 Unauthorized API key is missing or has been revoked.
Log into your UrlBae account and regenerate your API key, then update your Authorization header.
400 Bad Request The URL field is missing or the URL is not valid.
Confirm the JSON body contains a properly formatted "url" field starting with http:// or https://.
429 Too Many Requests You have exceeded the request rate limit for your plan.
Slow down your requests and check your plan's rate limits in the developer dashboard.

Matrix Score Breakdown

🌐 Reachability 30/30
⚡ Speed 2/20
🔒 Security 15/15
🛠 Developer XP 17/20
✓ Reliability 10/15

Partially tested on Apr 5, 2026

Technical Specifications

Auth API Key
HTTPS REQUIRED
CORS YES
Category Url Shorteners
Difficulty Intermediate
Verified: 2026-04-04

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