Bitly
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What both publish
| Fact | Bitly | OpenShort |
|---|---|---|
| API | Enterprise plans include high-volume API and webhook access. | OpenShort provides a REST API for creating links and an integration API guide for services and automation. |
| 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. | The maker describes it as built for teams and developers who value control over their data. |
| Custom domains | Yes | Users can create branded short links with their own domains. |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Product | Bitly lets businesses create, share, and track short links and QR Codes. | OpenShort is a self-hosted URL shortener that runs on your own infrastructure. |
Bitly plans
- FreeFree
- Core$10 a month
- Growth—
- Premium$300 a month
- EnterprisePriced on request
OpenShort plans
No prices published.
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 OpenShort if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.