TrueURL checks URL redirects and expands shortened links to display their destination and redirect chain.
ExpandURL
ExpandURL reveals a shortened URL's destination and provides redirect and safety checks.
About ExpandURL
ExpandURL is a free web service that expands shortened URLs to reveal their final destination, along with full redirect chain details and safety checks for phishing, malware, and malicious redirects. It also fetches destination page metadata and live screenshots, and offers free browser extensions for Chrome, Edge, and Firefox to check links directly from the browser toolbar.
Ad blockers may impact the service's functionality, and it relies on user support to remain free.
Key features
- Expands shortened URLs to reveal final destination
- Displays full redirect chain with HTTP status codes
- Fetches destination page title and meta description
- Provides live screenshot of destination web pages
- Free browser extensions for Chrome, Edge, Firefox
- Checks links for phishing, malware, malicious redirects
Best for: Users who need to verify shortened link destinations before clicking to avoid malicious or unwanted content.
Good for
- Free service with no advertised paid tiers
- Combines URL expansion, redirect analysis, and page previews in one tool
- Includes free browser extensions for major browsers for quick link checks
Watch out for
- Functionality may be impacted by ad blockers
- Service sustainability depends on user support to remain free
ExpandURL at a glance
- Website
- expandurl.net
- Category
- Online Tools › URL & Link Tools
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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ExpandURL FAQ
What does ExpandURL do?
It reveals shortened URLs' final destinations, shows full redirect chains, and provides page previews and safety checks.
Is ExpandURL free to use?
Yes, the core service and browser extensions for Chrome, Edge, and Firefox are free.
Does using an ad blocker affect ExpandURL?
Ad blockers may impact functionality; the service asks users to visit its Support Page to help keep it free.
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