Bitly
8.9#1 in url shortenersFrom $10 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitBitly vs Linkzly
What both publish
| Fact | Bitly | Linkzly |
|---|---|---|
| Analytics | Bitly provides link performance data, including location and device insights, in a unified dashboard. | Click and scan reporting includes geographic, device, browser, operating-system, referrer and UTM data with CSV and JSON export. |
| API access | Yes | Yes |
| Branded links | Users can create vanity URLs with a custom domain and back-half. | Users can connect custom domains, choose custom slugs and create links in bulk through CSV or API. |
| Bulk link creation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom domains | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Geo targeting | Yes | Yes |
| Integrations | Bitly says it connects with more than 60 marketplace integrations, including Canva, Claude, and HubSpot. | Official pages list Google Analytics 4, Facebook Pixel, Zapier, Make.com and Slack click notifications as integrations. |
| Paid from | 10 | 19 |
| Security | Bitly says all links are encrypted with HTTPS and recommends strong passwords and two-factor authentication. | The security page states that data at rest uses AES-256-GCM encryption and connections require TLS with HSTS. |
| Support | Enterprise plans include customized onboarding, priority support, and a dedicated customer success manager. | The help center lists FAQ, documentation, community forum, email support, live chat and phone support for Pro+ users. |
Bitly plans
- FreeFree
- Core$10 a month
- Growth—
- Premium$300 a month
- EnterprisePriced on request
Linkzly plans
- FreeFree
- Starter$249 a month
- Professional$499 a month
- Premium$999 a month
- Links$19 a month
- Links + QR$29 a month
Pick Bitly if…
Bitly suits businesses and individuals who need branded short links, QR Codes, and link-performance analytics. Its routing controls and integrations may be useful for teams managing campaigns across channels.
Pick Linkzly if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.