A Bitly alternative for shortening links
Everything you use Bitly for — short links, QR codes, analytics and an API — with more on the free plan.
If you shorten links with Bitly and want more room on the free plan, a custom domain from day one or lower prices as you grow, ShortFreeURL is built for the same job. The free plan includes 1,000 links and 6 custom domains.
Moving is simple: export your Bitly links as CSV and import them here with the same back-halves.
Shorten your link
Free, instant, no ads. A QR code comes with it.
A quick anonymous link cannot be edited or measured. Create a free account first if you need to change its destination or see clicks.
- 1,000 links free
- 6 custom domains free
- No credit card
How to do it in three steps
- 1
Export from Bitly
Download your links as CSV.
- 2
Import here
Bitly exports are recognised automatically (Starter).
- 3
Point your domain
If you used a custom domain, change its DNS and old links keep working.
What stays the same
Short links, custom back-halves, QR codes, analytics, an API and branded domains.
What you get here
Editable destinations on every plan, bots counted separately, links that keep redirecting past click allowances, INR billing with GST invoices in India.
Full comparison
See the side-by-side feature and price table on the Bitly comparison page.
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Branded URL shortener
Share a recognisable link on your own domain, with a name you choose and clicks you can measure.
Bulk URL shortener
Turn a campaign or catalogue list into short links with named slugs and tags. Preview a CSV in the dashboard, or process the list through the API.
URL shortener API
Create short links from an application, scheduled job or publishing workflow. Start with one authenticated request, then add bulk creation and reporting.
Free URL shortener
Make a short link for a web page, document or campaign. Choose a free account when you need to manage the link after sharing it.
Start Free — no credit card
The free plan includes 1,000 links, 6 custom domains and 50,000 tracked clicks a month, free forever. Choose a free subdomain from six shared domains. Paid plans start at $4 a month when you outgrow it, and you keep everything you have built.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a free alternative to Bitly?
Yes — our free plan covers short links, custom domains, analytics, QR codes and the API.
Can I import my Bitly links?
Yes, with CSV Import (Starter), keeping the same short codes.
Will my old bit.ly links move?
Links on bit.ly’s own domain cannot move; links on your custom domain can.
Is there a Bitly-style API?
Yes, a REST API with API keys, bulk creation and analytics.
How do prices compare?
See the comparison page for current plans.