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Free Bitly alternatives

Bitly now requires an account even for a simple short link. These tools shorten and share links without signing up.

TinyURL

Shorten any link in one click, with an optional custom alias.

TinyURL is one of the oldest link shorteners on the web. Paste a long URL and get a short one in a second. You can also choose a custom alias so the short link is readable.

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QR Code Generator

Turn a link into a QR code instantly.

goQR.me is a simple QR code generator. Choose what to encode, such as a website link, text, phone number, SMS, email, contact card, location, event or Wi-Fi login, and the code updates instantly.

✓ No sign-upMobile friendlySharing

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Campaign URL Builder

Add UTM tags to track where clicks come from.

Google's Campaign URL Builder adds UTM parameters to your links so you can see which campaigns bring traffic in Google Analytics or any other analytics tool.

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Bitly alternatives FAQ

What is the best free alternative to Bitly?

TinyURL is our top pick. Shorten any link in one click, with an optional custom alias.

Are these Bitly alternatives really free?

Yes. Every tool on this list has a free version you can use without paying. Some offer paid upgrades, but the core features listed here are free.

Do I need to create an account?

No. We only list tools that work without signing up.

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