# lnkshortner

Custom URL aliases without the bloat

Canonical URL: https://kb.byaditya.com/entry/docs/lnkstr
Source: https://docs.adityabaindur.com/docs/lnkstr
Source updated: 2026-07-18T01:34:51Z
Indexed: 2026-11-05T03:56:29.576Z

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## Overview

A modern URL shortener that lets you own your links completely—you choose the slug, you control the domain. Built on Cloudflare Workers for instant deployment and near-zero overhead.

### [GitHub](https://github.com/Aditya-Baindur/lnkshortner)

### [Live Demo](https://s.vicilabs.dev)

## Features

- Custom, human-readable URL aliases—you choose the slug
- Instant redirects at the edge via Cloudflare Workers
- No forced branding or random ID schemes
- Fast and reliable with zero traditional backend
- Support for branded internal links and custom domains
- Simple, maintainable codebase
- Production-ready deployment
- Full ownership and control of your links

## Architecture

The system is intentionally minimal and maintainable:

**Data Flow**: URL creation → Alias storage → Request → Worker redirect lookup → Instant redirect response

All operations happen at the edge with zero traditional backend overhead. Redirects are served directly from Cloudflare infrastructure, making them globally fast.

## Tech Stack

- TypeScript
- JavaScript
- CSS
- Cloudflare Workers
- Cloudflare D1
- Node.js