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Create Short URL

Create Short URL api document


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Create Short URL

Getting Started

Authenticate using the Login API to obtain an access token. Include the returned Bearer Token in the Authorization header and provide a unique X-Device-ID with all authenticated requests. All requests must be made over HTTPS and are subject to rate limits.

Base URL: https://insprl.com/api

POST /external/short-url/create
Use the Create Short URL API to generate short links directly from your third-party integrations. This endpoint supports browser extensions, WordPress plugins, Make.com scenarios, Zapier automations, mobile applications, and custom software. Guest users can create short URLs instantly, while authenticated users gain access to advanced features such as analytics, folders, QR codes, custom domains, and higher usage limits.

Request Information

MethodPOST
API Endpointhttps://insprl.com/api/external/short-url/create
Authentication Public Endpoint

Header Parameters

ParameterTypeDescription
X-Device-IDStringUnique identifier for the integration installation.
AuthorizationStringOptional. Bearer token returned by the Login API. Enables logged-in user features.
Content-TypeJSONapplication/json

Request Parameters

ParameterTypeValidateDescription
urlStringRequiredDestination URL to shorten.
domain_idIntegerOptionalCustom domain identifier. Uses default domain if omitted.
folder_idIntegerOptionalFolder identifier where the short URL should be stored.
custom_slugStringOptionalCustom short URL slug.
titleStringOptionalOpen Graph title used during sharing.
descriptionStringOptionalOpen Graph description used during sharing.
imageStringOptionalOpen Graph image URL.

Response Parameters

ParameterTypeDescription
successBooleanRequest status (true/false).
messageStringStatus message.
dataObjectGenerated short URL details.
data.url_idIntegerUnique short URL identifier.
data.short_urlStringGenerated short URL.
data.long_urlStringOriginal destination URL.
data.url_flagStringShort URL slug.
data.created_atDateTimeURL creation timestamp.

Response Codes

SPRL Code HTTP Status Mode Response Field Description
100 200 success data Request processed successfully.
101 401 failed message Authentication failed. Invalid session, token or credentials.
102 422 failed errors Parameter validation failed. Check the request fields.
103 404 failed message Requested resource was not found.
104 403 failed message Access denied or account restricted.
105 429 failed message Too many requests. Please retry later.
106 500 failed message Unexpected server error. Please try again later.

Error Flag Reference

Category Flag Type Description
Authentication INVALID_SESSION auth_error The supplied token or device identifier is invalid.
Authentication INVALID_CREDENTIALS auth_error Invalid login credentials supplied.
Validation INVALID_PARAMETER validation_error One or more request parameters are invalid.
Resource RESOURCE_NOT_FOUND resource_error The requested URL, folder, domain or resource could not be found.
Account ACCOUNT_RESTRICTED account_error The account is restricted or access has been denied.
Rate Limit RATE_LIMIT_EXCEEDED rate_limit_exceeded The request rate limit has been exceeded.
Server UNEXPECTED_ERROR server_error An unexpected internal server error occurred.

Notes:

  • Guest users can create up to 20 short URLs per day.
  • Guest-created URLs remain active for 30 days from the date of creation.
  • Authenticated users can create permanent URLs and access advanced SPRL features.
  • Provide the same X-Device-ID value for all requests originating from the same integration installation.
  • URLs are validated before creation and unsupported or malformed URLs may be rejected.
  • Custom domains, analytics, folders, QR codes, and other advanced features may require authentication.
  • Rate limits apply to prevent abuse and ensure platform stability.
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