Short links for Chinese-language news

Paste a zaobao.com or zaobao.com.sg article URL to get a short zaob.ao link for a group chat.

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Frequently asked questions

What does zaob.ao do?

It shortens article URLs from zaobao.com and zaobao.com.sg. Paste the URL, press Shorten and copy the zaob.ao link. Readers who open it land on the original article.

Which domains are supported?

Supported domains: zaobao.com, zaobao.com.sg, including subdomains. Links to other domains aren't accepted.

Do short links expire?

Short links are meant for long-term use, but we can't promise they will work forever. zaob.ao only redirects and keeps no copy of the article. If the article is moved or deleted, the link will lead to a missing page.

Are there any usage limits?

Creating links is free. Rate limits are in place to stop abuse. If you reach one, wait a moment and try again.

Are short links safe to open?

zaob.ao only accepts zaobao.com and zaobao.com.sg links. Still check the address before you enter personal information.

Can I see click stats or edit a link?

Links created here aren't attached to an account. You can't edit or delete them or see their click stats. For links you can manage, with click stats, choose a paid S.EE plan.

How can I get help?

zaob.ao is run by S.EE. For questions or to report a short link, contact S.EE.

Can a zaob.ao link open a subscriber-only article?

No. A zaob.ao link sends readers to the original page, where the publisher's sign-in and subscription rules still apply.

Does the link keep the edition I copied?

Yes. The link opens exactly the URL you shortened, whether it is on zaobao.com or zaobao.com.sg.