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Is there a way to get the shortened t.co url from the API?
I need to shorted a url before posting tweet via API. How should I do
this? Is this supported by Twitter API or do I have to use some other
url shortener like bit.ly?
It isn’t possible to shorten links using t.co through any means other than sending status updates or direct messages via Twitter. From the Twitter support site:
So, yes, you’ll need to use some other shortening service.