manojconcept / url-shortener-ss

URL Shortener Web Application! This URL Shortener is a powerful tool that allows you to convert long, complex URLs into concise and easy-to-share links. Built with React, Node.js, and MongoDB, our application provides users with a seamless and secure platform to shorten URLs and manage their shortened links efficiently. It allows users to securely

URL Shortener Web Application Server Side

URL Shortener Web Application! This URL Shortener is a powerful tool that allows you to convert long, complex URLs into concise and easy-to-share links. Built with React, Node.js, and MongoDB, our application provides users with a seamless and secure platform to shorten URLs and manage their shortened links efficiently. It allows users to securely login with their passwords using JWT authentication.

Demo

Watch a quick video demonstration of My URL Shortener Web Application:

1 Featuring

• Register: POST Data to MongoDB Database
• Login: GET Data from MongoDB Database
• URL Shortening: You can convert long, complex URLs into concise, easy-to-share links.

2 Featuring

• MongoDB User Data: View User Data on MongoDB Database
• JWT Token Generation: For Secure user authentication
• URL Clicks Count: You can view the URL link's clicks count.

3 Featuring

• Forgot Password: Mail Sent to Registered User's Mail ID using SMTP Protocol
• JWT Token Generation: For Secure user authentication
• Reset Password: PUT Data to MongoDB Database
• Login: using New Password
• URL Shortening: You can convert long, complex URLs into concise, easy-to-share links.

4 Featuring

• JWT Token Expiry: After a Password Reset expiration for enhanced security

Features

• URL Shortening: Shorten long URLs into concise, easy-to-share links.
• URL Management: View, edit, and delete your shortened URLs from your dashboard.
• Statistics: Track statistics such as clicks and views for each shortened URL.
• JWT Authentication: Secure user authentication with JSON Web Tokens.
• Password Reset: Seamless password reset functionality for users.
• Email Notifications: Nodemailer integration to send password reset emails.
• JWT Token Expiry: Automatic expiration of JWT tokens for enhanced security.
• Signup: User registration with email and password.
• Authorize Email: Validate email addresses to ensure they are legitimate.
• Password Validation: Ensure strong password requirements for user security.
• React Frontend: Modern and intuitive user interface built with React.
• Node.js Backend: Robust backend server developed with Node.js.
• MongoDB Integration: Integration with MongoDB for efficient data storage.

Installation

1. Clone the Repository:

   git clone https://github.com/your-username/url-shortener.git

2. Navigate to the Project Directory:

   cd url-shortener

3. Install Dependencies for the Frontend:

   cd client
   npm install

4. Install Dependencies for the Backend:

   cd ..
   cd server
   npm install

5. Set up Environment Variables:

   • Create a .env file in the server directory.

   • Define the following variables:

     PORT=8090
     MONGODB_URI=<your-mongodb-uri>
     JWT_SECRET=<your-jwt-secret>
     

Usage

1. Start the Backend Server:

   cd server
   npm start

2. Start the Frontend Development Server:

   cd client
   npm start

3. Visit http://localhost:3000 in your web browser to access the application.