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Google shifts goo.gl policy: Inactive links deactivated, active links preserved


While we previously announced discontinuing support for all goo.gl URLs after August 25, 2025, we've adjusted our approach in order to preserve actively used links.We un…

While we previously announced discontinuing support for all goo.gl URLs after August 25, 2025, we've adjusted our approach in order to preserve actively used links. We understand these links are embedded in countless documents, videos, posts and more, and we appreciate the input received. If you get a message that states, “This link will no longer work in the near future”, the link won't work after August 25 and we recommend transitioning to another URL shortener if you haven’t already.

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