How to Shorten an Amazon Link for Easy Sharing
Long, messy Amazon URLs can clutter your content and scare away potential clickers. Whether you're promoting a product, sharing a wishlist, or tracking affiliate performance, learning how to shorten an Amazon link makes your links cleaner, more clickable, and easier to manage.
Why Shorten an Amazon Link?
Amazon URLs are often filled with tracking parameters, product IDs, and session information that aren't necessary for users. A shortened link:
- Looks cleaner and more professional
- Is easier to remember and type
- Boosts trust and click-through rates
- Makes it simple to track performance and engagement
How to Shorten an Amazon Link in a Few Simple Steps
Here’s how to turn any Amazon product URL into a short, shareable link:
1. Copy the Original Amazon URL
Find the product you want to share and copy the full URL from your browser's address bar. It will usually look something like this:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08N5WRWNW/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2ABCXYZ&keywords=coffee+maker&qid=1657891234&sprefix=coffee+maker%2Caps%2C182&sr=8-1
2. Use a Link Shortening Tool
Paste your long Amazon URL into a link shortener platform. For example, Linkly lets you easily shorten and manage Amazon links—while also adding features like tracking, custom domains, and retargeting pixels.
You can get started for free with Linkly's Free Plan, which includes 1,000 clicks per month.
3. Customize and Track (Optional but Powerful)
With Linkly, you can:
- Add a custom domain or vanity URL for better branding (how to set up a custom domain)
- Track clicks and performance with detailed analytics (learn more)
- Add retargeting pixels like Facebook or Google Ads (see how)
- Tag your links with UTM parameters for campaign tracking (UTM builder guide)
This transforms a basic Amazon link into a powerful marketing asset.
4. Share the Shortened Link
Now you're ready to share your short link on:
- Social media posts
- YouTube video descriptions
- Newsletters
- WhatsApp or SMS messages (tracking SMS links)
- QR codes (create one here)
Affiliate Tracking? You're Covered
If you're part of Amazon Associates, shortening a link with your affiliate tag is simple. Linkly preserves your tags and even allows you to update them later if needed. You can manage them all from a central dashboard (link management support).
FAQs
Can I shorten multiple Amazon links at once?
Yes—Linkly supports bulk link import for easy batch creation.
Will my Amazon short links expire?
Not unless you set an expiry. Linkly lets you create expiring links when needed.
Are shortened links safe?
Absolutely. Linkly includes security features like bot filtering, VPN detection, and link cloaking to keep your traffic clean.
Conclusion
Shortening your Amazon links is a smart move for anyone sharing or promoting products. It boosts credibility, improves user experience, and gives you powerful tracking and customization tools.
Ready to transform your Amazon links into powerful marketing tools?
Get started with Linkly today and start shortening, tracking, and customizing your links with ease.
