TinyURL AlternativesURL Shorteners & QR Code Generators like TinyURL

TinyURL is described as 'Converts long URLs into short, secure links, supports branded domains, bulk shortening via API, link analytics, QR code generation, and dashboard management' and is a URL Shortener in the online services category. There are more than 100 alternatives to TinyURL, not only websites but also apps for a variety of platforms, including SaaS, Self-Hosted, Google Chrome and Windows apps. The best TinyURL alternative is Dub.co, which is both free and Open Source. Other great sites and apps similar to TinyURL are Kutt, Fli.so, bit.ly and Catbox.

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  1. Dub.co icon
     34 likes

    Open-source link management offering analytics, free QR code generation for every short link, custom domains, advanced targeting options, team collaboration features, enterprise SAML SSO security, detailed reporting, and integration with existing workflows.

    104 Dub.co alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  2. Kutt icon
     73 likes

    Open source URL shortener featuring detailed analytics, custom domain support, API for link management, protection options, self-hosting, password controls, dashboard interface, privacy controls, and integration with third-party tools.

    126 Kutt alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Google Chrome
    • Cloudron
     
  3. Fli.so icon
     12 likes

    Fli.so is a lightning-fast URL shortener built with SvelteKit and PocketBase. Clean interface, powerful features, zero complexity. Shorten, customize, and track your links with Fli.so. The easiest way to manage your links, all in one platform.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
     
  4. bit.ly icon
     212 likes

    Enables fast URL shortening, custom back-halves, and branded domains, generates redirectable QR codes, supports bulk link management, advanced analytics, browser extensions, API access, social sharing, collaboration tools, and multi-channel use cases.

    218 bit.ly alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • iPad
     
  5. Catbox icon
     35 likes

    Enjoy a 100% free file hosting with no ads, throttling, or download limits. Upload files up to 200 MB, keep them forever, and support NSFW content. Use an account to track your uploads, or stay anonymous.

    38 Catbox alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  6. MagLit icon
     11 likes

    MagLit is an encrypted and privacy respecting Link Shortener service that supports not only your regular website links but also Magnet Links which are extensively used to download and share torrents.

    Cost / License

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    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
     
  7. Polr icon
     77 likes

    Like everything else here, Polr is an open source and self-hostable web application. It's a fast and simple URL shortener with a robust API for using with command line applications.

    152 Polr alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Apache HTTP Server
    • PHP
     
  8. y.gy icon
     14 likes

    y.gy is a modern link shortener and alternative to Bitly. Shorten Links. Make QR Codes. Analyze Traffic. Stop Bots. Do everything by API. No usage limits. Invite your team. Use your domains. Links live forever, if you want them to.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  9. YOURLS icon
     42 likes

    Self-hosted solution for creating and managing short URLs on your own server, offering full data control, open-source code, analytics, detailed statistics, developer APIs, bookmarklets, plugin-based extensibility, tracking, custom URLs, and privacy features.

    149 YOURLS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
     
  10. Useclick icon
     2 likes

    Privacy-first management platform offering branded short links, real-time cookie-free analytics, GDPR compliance, dynamic QR codes, geo and device targeting, A/B testing, link-in-bio pages, UTM builder, link expiration, password protection, and team collaboration.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  11. URLcut.ai icon
     1 like

    AI-powered URL shortener that reads your page content and suggests smart, contextual short links with advanced analytics and QR code generation.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  12. Beacons icon
     8 likes

    Create a free, beautiful, and highly customizable link in bio website with Beacons. Join over 2 million creators around the world and set up your easy-to-use link in bio site in minutes to build your brand, grow your audience, and monetize your content.

    153 Beacons alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
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