LinkShrinks

Short.io alternative

Short.io alternative — short links, QR codes, and analytics

Short.io is popular with marketing teams that need custom domains and deep integrations. LinkShrinks is a lean Short.io alternative: shorten links fast, add custom paths and QR codes on Premium, and review click data in a focused dashboard — without enterprise onboarding.

Custom links are a Premium feature

Upgrade to choose your own short paths and manage them from your dashboard.

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Marketing links without the overhead

Short.io packs features for agencies and growth teams — custom domains, retargeting pixels, and team workspaces. LinkShrinks strips back to what most solo marketers and small businesses need: reliable shortening, optional custom slugs, QR downloads, bulk creation, and per-link stats.

Free users shorten 5 links per month with no sign-up. Premium adds 100 links per month, non-expiring URLs, and analytics comparable to entry-level Short.io plans at $4.

How it works

  1. 1

    Launch campaigns quickly

    Shorten landing page URLs for ads, email, and social posts in seconds from one form.

  2. 2

    Scale with bulk shortening

    Premium bulk tools help you create many tracked links for A/B tests and multi-channel launches.

  3. 3

    Review clicks in one dashboard

    See referrers, countries, and devices for each link — enough insight to optimize without complex reporting.

Free vs Premium

Start free, upgrade when you need more control and volume.

FeatureFreePremium
Links included5/month100/month
Sign-up requiredNoYes (Premium account)
Link expiry90 daysNever
Custom short paths—✓
QR codes—✓
Bulk shortening—✓
Click analytics—✓
Price$0$4/mo
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Frequently asked questions

Short.io alternative FAQ

What Short.io features does LinkShrinks cover?
LinkShrinks covers core shortening, custom paths, QR codes, bulk shortening, and click analytics on Premium. Advanced features like custom domains and retargeting pixels are outside the current scope.
Is LinkShrinks good for marketing teams?
Small teams and solo marketers benefit most. Premium includes 100 links per month, analytics, and bulk tools suitable for campaign work without per-seat enterprise pricing.
Does LinkShrinks offer QR codes?
Yes. Premium users download PNG QR codes for any short link — ideal for print and event materials.
Can I track UTM campaigns?
Short links work with UTM parameters on the destination URL. LinkShrinks analytics track clicks on the short link layer, complementing Google Analytics on the landing page.
Do links expire?
Free links expire after 90 days. Premium links do not expire.
How much is Premium?
Premium is $4 with custom paths, QR codes, bulk shortening, and analytics.

A focused Short.io alternative

Shorten your next campaign link free, then upgrade for analytics and custom paths.

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