gdurls-clone is a tool that lets you create short links for Google Drive files or any URL. It tracks how many times your links are clicked. The app helps you see how your links are performing. It works on Windows and runs in your web browser. The app is built with Next.js and Postgres, and it runs on Vercel.
- Windows 10 or later
- An internet connection
- A web browser (Edge, Chrome, Firefox, or Safari)
- Around 100 MB of free disk space for local files (optional)
- No special hardware needed
- Shorten Google Drive or any URL into a small link
- Click tracking to see how many times links are used
- Simple dashboard to view link activity
- Secure and private links
- Works on any browser
- Quick link creation with no accounts needed
- Self-hosted option for privacy control
To get gdurls-clone, visit this page:
This will take you to the official project page on GitHub. You can find the latest versions, release notes, and instructions here.
Follow these steps to start using gdurls-clone:
Go to the gdurls-clone GitHub page. This is where you will get the link to download or use the app.
The simplest way is to open the app directly in your web browser. If there is a web-hosted version, it will be on the GitHub page or linked from it. This way, you do not need to install anything on your computer.
If you want to run the app on your own server, follow these notes. This requires some technical knowledge but helps with privacy and control.
- Install Node.js on your Windows machine. Download it from nodejs.org.
- Install PostgreSQL or use Neon (a cloud PostgreSQL service).
- Clone the repository using Git. Use the command:
git clone https://github.com/luluchu88/gdurls-clone.git - Open the project folder and install dependencies with:
npm install - Set up your database connection details in the configuration file.
- Start the app with:
npm run dev - Open your web browser and go to
http://localhost:3000.
This setup is optional and intended for users who want full control over their data.
Once the app is open (either hosted or web version), enter the URL you want to shorten into the provided field. The app will generate a short link immediately.
You can then share this link wherever you want. The app will track clicks and show analytics.
- Enter any URL or a Google Drive link in the input box.
- Click the "Shorten" button.
- Copy the short link that appears.
- Open the admin dashboard to see all your links.
- View statistics such as total clicks, date, and location of clicks.
- Delete links you no longer need from the dashboard.
- Edit links to update the original URL if necessary.
If you have issues or questions:
- Visit the GitHub page’s Issues section to report bugs or ask for help.
- Check the project’s documentation files for more information.
- Follow updates and announcements on the page.
- If links do not shorten, check your internet connection.
- For login or access issues, clear your browser cache and try again.
- If the app is slow, try restarting your browser or computer.
- Self-hosted users should ensure all dependencies are installed and running.
gdurls-clone keeps your links private. The app does not share your data with third parties. Self-hosted users have full control over their data and setup. All tracking is done within the app securely.
- GitHub Repository – source code and downloads.
- Postgres Neon – cloud service used for the database.
- Next.js Documentation – info about the framework.
- Vercel – where the app runs online.