Free URL Shortener with QR Code — No Account Required

How KWY Works

Paste your long URL into the box above and click Shorten. KWY instantly generates a short kwy.uk link and a QR code — both ready in under a second. Share the link anywhere, or use the QR code for print and real-world materials. Need step-by-step instructions? See the shorten a URL guide.

Why Use KWY to Shorten URLs?

KWY is completely free and requires no sign-up. Every short link comes with a private delete link and an automatic QR code you can download as PNG or share directly from your phone. Links redirect instantly with no forced interstitials. Compare KWY to other services on the free link shortener page.

Free QR Code Generator — Built In

Every link shortened on KWY automatically generates a free QR code alongside it — no separate QR generator needed, no extra steps. Once your short link is created, you can download the QR code as a PNG file for use on business cards, posters, and flyers, or share it directly to WhatsApp, Telegram, or any app via the native share sheet on your phone.

Short URLs also produce better QR codes. A long URL packed into a QR code creates a dense, hard-to-scan pattern. A compact kwy.uk/xxxxxx link produces a clean, open pattern that scans reliably even when printed small. Learn more on the short link page.

What is a URL Shortener?

A URL shortener converts a long web address into a compact link that is easier to share in messages, social media posts, and printed materials. When you need to create a short link for a specific campaign or post, KWY generates one in under a second — no account required.