bit.ly Alternatives

Apps similar to bit.ly include Kutt, which is open source with a free version. Other options are Dub.co, Fli.so, YOURLS and MagLit. URL Shorteners like bit.ly are a crowded field, with more than 100 alternatives for the web, self-hosting, Mac, Windows and iPhone.

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  1. Toohga icon
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    Toohga is your smart private URL shortener with very short URL's. It uses a custom algorithm to generate short codes that stay as short as possible, using combinations of numbers and letters. The application can be operated both open to the public or secured by PIN codes...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
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  2. appqr.io icon
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    appqr.io helps app developers and marketers replace separate App Store and Google Play URLs with one smart link and customizable QR code. Visitors are automatically routed according to their device, while desktop users see a branded multi-store landing page.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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  3. santol. icon
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    Santol brings your links, marketing and products together in one platform. Create branded link-in-bio pages to showcase content, sell products and collect leads. Build dynamic QR codes, short links and digital business cards you can update anytime, then track engagement with...

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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  4. LinkShift icon
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    Programmable redirect and link-mapping platform for custom domains-rules, short links, analytics, and API, without editing CDN or server configs.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

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    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  5. ClickSpot icon
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    ClickSpot is a link analytics platform built for marketers who need to track and prove campaign performance. Shorten URLs with your own custom domain, track clicks with UTM parameters, and share real-time analytics with clients via public links — no account required for them to...

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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  6. Blinkode icon
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    Blinkode is a link management platform for creating short URLs, dynamic QR codes, and secure file-sharing links. It includes analytics, password protection, expiration dates, custom domains, API access, and a Chrome extension.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  7. Smart Linker creates one public app link that routes iPhone users to the App Store, Android users to Google Play, and desktop users to a web fallback.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  8. Vault Protocol is a free URL shortener that provides real-time click tracking and analytics without registration.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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  9. Lynkbee icon
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    An advanced ad-fraud prevention and analytics platform designed to filter out bot traffic and ensure data integrity for paid campaigns.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
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  10. Reqlick icon
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    Reqlick turns your links, QR codes, and files like PDFs, videos, and decks into intelligent assets that reveal true user intent. Go beyond simple clicks, track returning visitors, analyze sources, and manage branded content with your team to make smarter decisions.

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    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Online
    • US flagUnited States
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  11. BlinkURLs icon
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    Free URL shortener with sub-50ms edge redirects, UTM builder, QR codes, real-time analytics, branded links, bulk shortening, and a bio-page builder.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  12. URLGen icon
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    UrlGen is the smarter way to manage your links. Create clean, branded short URLs that build trust and boost clicks. With powerful real-time analytics, you’ll see exactly how your links perform—who’s clicking, where they’re coming from, and what’s driving engagement.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
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