Alternative Copy is a free Chrome extension developed by Eric Menze that simplifies the process of sharing URLs. With just a click of a button or by using the keyboard shortcut Alt+C, this extension copies a shortened and shareable link of the current tab's address to your clipboard.

Many websites have long and cluttered URLs that contain tracking and advertising data, making them unfriendly for sharing. Alternative Copy removes unnecessary query strings and other irrelevant information from supported sites, resulting in a more concise and appropriate URL for sharing.

Currently, Alternative Copy supports enhanced shortening for various popular sites such as eBay, Amazon, YouTube, and local file URLs. For eBay items, it removes the item description from the URL, while for Amazon items, it removes both the item description and referrer. When it comes to YouTube videos, it eliminates the playlist and start time from the URL. Additionally, for local file URLs, Alternative Copy provides the option to copy the native path string, surrounded by quotes if there are any spaces in the path.

Overall, Alternative Copy is a handy Chrome extension that streamlines the sharing of URLs by removing unnecessary information and providing more concise and shareable links. Give it a try and simplify your URL sharing experience.