Short Links for YouTube
Clean, trackable links in video descriptions, end screens, and pinned comments — see which videos drive the most clicks.
YouTube creators add multiple links to videos — products, courses, sponsors, and social profiles. A Qrinly short link keeps those URLs clean and editable. Use a separate managed link per video when you need to compare aggregate click activity.
Why Short Links for YouTube
Per-Video Click Attribution
Create one short link per video. Compare click rates across your catalogue to understand which topics and formats drive the most external traffic.
Clean Description Formatting
Long URLs with tracking parameters break the visual flow of descriptions. Short links keep descriptions scannable and professional.
Update After Publishing
If a product link expires or a course closes, update the short link destination — every old video description stays accurate without manual edits.
Sponsor Reporting
Share Qrinly dashboard click data with sponsors as additional reporting on top of YouTube Studio impressions — valuable for renewing brand deals.
How YouTubers Use Short Links
Video Description Links
Add short links to the top of your video description (above the fold) for your main CTA — course, product, or newsletter. Track clicks per video to see which content drives the most conversions.
Sponsor Deliverables
Sponsors often provide unique tracking links for sponsored segments. Using a short link for the sponsor URL keeps the description clean and lets you share Qrinly click data as additional reporting proof.
End Screen & Cards
YouTube end screens support external links on qualifying channels. Short links display cleanly in the end screen overlay and track which end-screen placements are most clicked.
Pinned Comments
Pin a comment with a short link to your most important CTA. The comment appears below the video in a prominent position and drives trackable clicks throughout the video's lifetime.
How it works
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Create one short link per video CTA
For each video, create a short link for your main call to action — course, product, newsletter, or sponsor link. Different videos = different short links = separate analytics per video.
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Add to the video description
Place the short link at the top of the description before the 'Show more' break for maximum visibility. Label it clearly: 'Get the course → qr.ly/my-course'.
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Track per-video performance
In Qrinly, each short link has its own click dashboard. Compare links across videos to find your highest-converting content.
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Update or redirect when needed
When a course enrolment closes or a product sells out, redirect the short link to a waitlist or alternative offer — all published videos automatically serve the new destination.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know.
Create your YouTube short links — free.
Track clicks per video. Update the destination without editing descriptions.
Free to start. No credit card required.