Bitly
8.9#1 in url shortenersFrom $10 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
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What both publish
| Fact | Bitly | Mekso |
|---|---|---|
| Analytics | Bitly provides link performance data, including location and device insights, in a unified dashboard. | Analytics include real-time click and scan tracking, geographic and device insights, referrers, traffic timing, and a live activity feed. |
| API | Enterprise plans include high-volume API and webhook access. | The site describes a REST API for programmatically creating and managing links; API access is included with Pro. |
| API access | Yes | Yes |
| Audience | Bitly describes its platform as serving businesses of all sizes and provides plans for individuals, small businesses, and large enterprises. | Mekso identifies creators, marketers, small businesses, and developers as intended users. |
| Bulk link creation | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Paid from | 10 | 4.99 |
| Product | Bitly lets businesses create, share, and track short links and QR Codes. | Mekso combines branded short links, customizable QR codes, and click and scan analytics in one platform. |
| Security | Bitly says all links are encrypted with HTTPS and recommends strong passwords and two-factor authentication. | Mekso says it uses TLS/SSL encryption in transit, encryption at rest, access controls, and regular security audits. |
| Short links | The URL shortener turns long web addresses into shorter links that redirect people to the original destination. | Short links support custom branded aliases, bulk creation, real-time click analytics, and geographic and device tracking. |
| Support | Enterprise plans include customized onboarding, priority support, and a dedicated customer success manager. | The Pro plan includes priority support, while Business includes dedicated support; the pricing page lists [email protected] for sales contact. |
Bitly plans
- FreeFree
- Core$10 a month
- Growth—
- Premium$300 a month
- EnterprisePriced on request
Mekso plans
- FreeFree
- Pro$4.99 a month
- BusinessPriced on request
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 Mekso if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.