Bitly
8.9#1 in url shortenersFrom $10 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitBitly vs Shrtn
What both publish
| Fact | Bitly | Shrtn |
|---|---|---|
| API | Enterprise plans include high-volume API and webhook access. | The maker describes a RESTful API for integrating with Shrtn. |
| 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 presents Shrtn for people who want to host and manage their own links with control over their infrastructure. |
| Custom domains | Yes | Yes |
| Link controls | Users can change link destinations, schedule expiration, and route visitors by country, region, device, or platform. | Shortened URLs can be password-protected, given click limits, or assigned expiration dates. |
| Product | Bitly lets businesses create, share, and track short links and QR Codes. | Shrtn is an open-source, self-hosted URL shortener. |
| Support | Enterprise plans include customized onboarding, priority support, and a dedicated customer success manager. | The maker directs users to GitHub Discussions or GitHub issues for questions and feedback. |
Bitly plans
- FreeFree
- Core$10 a month
- Growth—
- Premium$300 a month
- EnterprisePriced on request
Shrtn plans
- Shrtn self-hosted softwareFree
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 Shrtn if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.