unshortened

Terms of Service

Last updated: August 2, 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Unshortened ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these Terms, you may not use the Service.

2. Service Description

Unshortened is a free online tool that expands shortened URLs and scans the final destination for malware, phishing, and unwanted software using Google Web Risk. The Service is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind.

3. Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

  • Use the Service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose.
  • Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or extract the underlying threat intelligence data.
  • Circumvent rate limits, abuse the API, or automate scans beyond documented limits.
  • Submit URLs containing illegal content, child sexual abuse material, or content that promotes violence.
  • Interfere with the Service's operation, security, or performance.

We reserve the right to block any IP address or API key that violates these terms.

4. API Usage

The JSON API is available for programmatic access. Basic usage requires no API key. Higher rate limits and batch/queue endpoints may require registration. API responses are cached for 24 hours. Do not share your API key publicly.

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Service is provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, or accuracy of threat detection results. Google Web Risk data is provided by Google and subject to its own terms.

6. Limitation of Liability

In no event shall Unshortened, its operators, or contributors be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of profits, data, or business opportunities, arising from your use or inability to use the Service, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

7. Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms at any time. Updated Terms will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

8. Contact

Questions about these Terms? Contact us at legal@unshortened.com.