For anyone already spending time in Telegram, generating and sharing a short link without switching apps is one of the platform's most convenient features when paired with a shortening bot.
Finding a Shortening Bot
Search within Telegram for a reputable URL shortening bot, or use a direct link shared by the service if you already know which one you want to use.
Generating Your Short Link
- Start a chat with the bot.
- Send your long URL as a plain message.
- Receive your shortened link in the bot's reply.
- Copy the link directly from the chat.
Sharing Within Groups and Channels
Once you have your short link, forward it directly to any Telegram group or channel, or paste it into a new message, exactly as you would any other piece of text.
Adding the Bot to a Group
Some shortening bots can be added directly to a group, allowing any member to generate short links without leaving the group conversation.
Why This Workflow Saves Time
Avoiding the need to open a separate browser tab, copy a link, shorten it, and return to Telegram removes several steps from a task you may repeat many times throughout the day.
Ready to shorten your own links? Try the free URLShortr tool now or turn any link into a QR code in one click.