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API & Webhooks: Power Your Applications with SahiURL

Comprehensive developer tools and real-time integrations that seamlessly connect SahiURL with your existing workflows

10/2/202417 min read

Unlock the full potential of link shortening with SahiURL's powerful API and webhook system. Build custom applications, automate workflows, and integrate link management into any platform with our comprehensive REST API and real-time webhook notifications. Perfect for developers, enterprises, and anyone looking to scale their link management operations.

What is the SahiURL API?

Our REST API provides programmatic access to all SahiURL features, enabling seamless integration with your applications and workflows.

The SahiURL API is a comprehensive RESTful interface that allows developers to programmatically access all link shortening features, analytics data, and management capabilities. Built with modern web standards, our API enables seamless integration with any application, platform, or workflow system.

Developer-First Design

Our API is designed with developers in mind, featuring clear documentation, consistent response formats, comprehensive error handling, and extensive code examples in multiple programming languages. We support all major HTTP methods and follow RESTful conventions for intuitive integration.

API Capabilities:

  • Create, read, update, and delete links
  • Bulk operations and batch processing
  • Real-time analytics and reporting
  • QR code generation and management
  • Custom domain configuration

Integration Benefits:

  • Automate link management workflows
  • Build custom applications and tools
  • Real-time data synchronization
  • Scale operations efficiently
  • Integrate with existing systems

Comprehensive API Features

Explore the full range of API capabilities designed to handle every aspect of link management and analytics.

Link Management

Complete CRUD operations for link management including creation, retrieval, updates, and deletion with advanced filtering and search capabilities.

  • • Create and manage links programmatically
  • • Bulk operations for large datasets
  • • Advanced filtering and search
  • • Link validation and verification

Analytics & Reporting

Access comprehensive analytics data including click tracking, geographic distribution, device analytics, and custom reporting.

  • • Real-time click tracking
  • • Geographic and demographic data
  • • Custom date range reporting
  • • Export capabilities

Configuration Management

Manage custom domains, QR codes, security settings, and other configuration options through the API.

  • • Custom domain management
  • • QR code generation
  • • Security and access controls
  • • Team and user management

Real-Time Webhooks

Receive instant notifications for link events including clicks, creation, updates, and other important activities.

  • • Instant event notifications
  • • Custom webhook endpoints
  • • Retry and error handling
  • • Event filtering and routing

Security & Authentication

Robust security features including API key management, OAuth integration, rate limiting, and comprehensive audit logging.

  • • API key authentication
  • • OAuth 2.0 support
  • • Rate limiting and throttling
  • • IP whitelisting

Performance & Scalability

High-performance API designed for scale with sub-second response times, 99.9% uptime, and global CDN distribution.

  • • Sub-second response times
  • • 99.9% uptime SLA
  • • Global CDN distribution
  • • Auto-scaling infrastructure

API Performance Metrics

<200ms
Response Time
99.9%
Uptime SLA
10K+
Requests/Min
24/7
Support

Real-Time Webhook System

Stay connected with instant notifications and real-time data synchronization through our powerful webhook system.

Webhook Event Types

Link Events

Link Clicked

Instant notification when a link is clicked with detailed click data including location, device, and timestamp.

Link Created

Notification when a new link is created through the API or dashboard with full link details.

Link Updated

Alert when link properties are modified including destination URL, settings, or metadata changes.

System Events

Goal Reached

Notification when link reaches predefined goals like click thresholds or conversion targets.

Link Expired

Alert when a link reaches its expiration date or is manually deactivated.

Error Events

Notifications for system errors, failed webhook deliveries, or other critical issues.

Webhook Configuration

Endpoint Setup

Configure custom webhook endpoints with retry logic, authentication, and event filtering for reliable delivery.

Security & Validation

Secure webhook delivery with signature verification, SSL encryption, and IP whitelisting for maximum security.

Monitoring & Logs

Comprehensive webhook monitoring with delivery logs, failure tracking, and performance metrics for debugging.

Integration Examples & Use Cases

Discover real-world examples of how developers and businesses integrate SahiURL API into their applications and workflows.

Developer Integrations

Content Management Systems

Automatically generate short links for blog posts, articles, and media content with real-time analytics tracking and management.

E-commerce Platforms

Create branded product links, track conversion rates, and integrate with marketing automation tools for enhanced customer engagement.

Social Media Tools

Automate link shortening for social media posts, track engagement across platforms, and optimize posting schedules based on performance data.

Enterprise Solutions

Marketing Automation

Integrate with marketing platforms to automatically create, track, and optimize links for email campaigns, social media, and digital advertising.

Analytics Dashboards

Build custom analytics dashboards that aggregate link performance data with other business metrics for comprehensive reporting.

Workflow Automation

Automate link creation, management, and reporting workflows using webhooks and API integrations with existing business systems.

Code Examples

Create a Link (JavaScript)

const response = await fetch('https://api.sahiurl.com/v1/links', {
  method: 'POST',
  headers: {
    'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY',
    'Content-Type': 'application/json'
  },
  body: JSON.stringify({
    url: 'https://example.com',
    custom_code: 'my-link',
    domain: 'yourbrand.com'
  })
});

const link = await response.json();
console.log(link.short_url);

Webhook Handler (Python)

from flask import Flask, request
import hmac
import hashlib

app = Flask(__name__)

@app.route('/webhook', methods=['POST'])
def handle_webhook():
    signature = request.headers.get('X-SahiURL-Signature')
    payload = request.get_data()
    
    # Verify webhook signature
    expected = hmac.new(
        WEBHOOK_SECRET.encode(),
        payload,
        hashlib.sha256
    ).hexdigest()
    
    if hmac.compare_digest(signature, expected):
        data = request.get_json()
        # Process webhook event
        process_link_event(data)
        return 'OK', 200
    
    return 'Unauthorized', 401

Getting Started with the API

Learn how to quickly integrate SahiURL API into your applications with our comprehensive getting started guide.

Quick Start Guide

1

Get Your API Key

Sign up for a SahiURL account and generate your API key from the developer settings in your dashboard.

2

Read the Documentation

Explore our comprehensive API documentation with examples, reference guides, and interactive testing tools.

3

Make Your First Request

Test the API with a simple request to create your first shortened link and verify everything works correctly.

4

Set Up Webhooks

Configure webhook endpoints to receive real-time notifications for link events and system updates.

5

Build Your Integration

Develop your application using our SDKs, code examples, and best practices for optimal performance.

6

Test & Deploy

Test your integration thoroughly and deploy to production with confidence using our monitoring and support tools.

Developer Resources

API Documentation

Comprehensive API reference with interactive examples, code samples, and detailed parameter descriptions.

SDKs & Libraries

Official SDKs for popular programming languages including JavaScript, Python, PHP, Ruby, and more.

Developer Support

Dedicated developer support with technical assistance, integration help, and priority response times.

Ready to Start Building?

Join thousands of developers who are already using SahiURL API to build powerful link management solutions and integrations.

Frequently asked questions

How do I get started with the SahiURL API?
Getting started is easy: 1) Sign up for a SahiURL account, 2) Generate your API key from the developer settings, 3) Read our comprehensive documentation, 4) Make your first API request to test connectivity, 5) Set up webhooks if needed, and 6) Start building your integration. We provide detailed guides, code examples, and SDKs for popular programming languages.
What authentication methods does the API support?
Our API supports multiple authentication methods including API key authentication (recommended for most use cases), OAuth 2.0 for third-party applications, and IP whitelisting for additional security. API keys can be generated with different permission levels and can be rotated for security. All API requests must be made over HTTPS.
Are there rate limits on the API?
Yes, we implement rate limiting to ensure fair usage and system stability. Free accounts have limits of 1,000 requests per hour, Pro accounts have 10,000 requests per hour, and Enterprise accounts have custom limits based on your needs. Rate limits are applied per API key and include both successful and failed requests. We provide rate limit headers in responses to help you manage usage.
What webhook events are available?
We support comprehensive webhook events including link clicks, link creation, link updates, link deletion, goal achievements, link expiration, and system errors. Each webhook includes detailed event data with timestamps, user information, and relevant metadata. You can configure webhooks to filter specific events and set up retry logic for failed deliveries.
Can I test the API before implementing it?
Absolutely! We provide several ways to test the API: 1) Interactive API documentation with a built-in testing interface, 2) Postman collection with pre-configured requests, 3) Sandbox environment for safe testing, 4) Code examples in multiple programming languages, and 5) Developer support for integration assistance. All testing can be done without affecting your production data.
What programming languages are supported?
Our API is language-agnostic and works with any programming language that can make HTTP requests. We provide official SDKs for JavaScript/Node.js, Python, PHP, Ruby, Java, C#, and Go. Community-contributed libraries are available for additional languages. All SDKs include comprehensive documentation and examples.
How do webhooks handle failures and retries?
Our webhook system includes robust failure handling: 1) Automatic retries with exponential backoff (up to 5 attempts), 2) Configurable retry intervals and maximum attempts, 3) Dead letter queue for permanently failed deliveries, 4) Detailed delivery logs and status tracking, 5) Manual retry capabilities, and 6) Webhook health monitoring. Failed webhooks are logged for debugging and can be manually retried if needed.
Is there a sandbox environment for testing?
Yes, we provide a comprehensive sandbox environment for testing API integrations. The sandbox includes: 1) Separate API endpoints for testing, 2) Test data that doesn't affect production, 3) Full feature parity with production API, 4) Webhook testing with mock endpoints, 5) Rate limit testing capabilities, and 6) Detailed logging and debugging tools. This allows you to develop and test your integration safely before going live.