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Honest Comparison · Updated May 2026

urldn.com vs Bitly
A Smarter URL Shortener for 2026

Bitly charges $348/year for analytics and branded links. urldn Pro gives you the same — and early waitlist members get 3 months completely free.

Our Verdict

urldn Pro is the smarter switch from Bitly

Better analytics, no API rate limits, and built for makers who don't want to overpay for a link shortener.

3 months
urldn Pro free (waitlist)
$348/yr
Bitly Core plan cost
∞
urldn API calls
100/hr
Bitly API limit (free tier)
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Pricing Comparison

Best Value
urldn Pro
Early access — waitlist
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3 months free
then competitive monthly pricing
  • Unlimited shortened links
  • Custom domains included
  • Advanced analytics — geo, device, referrer
  • REST API — unlimited calls
  • QR code generation
  • Link expiration & password protection
  • Bulk CSV import from Bitly / Dub
  • UTM builder built-in
  • Early access to new features
Bitly Core
Starter paid plan
Billed annually
$29/month
= $348/year minimum
  • 1,500 links/month
  • Custom domains — $99+/mo extra
  • Basic analytics only on free plan
  • API — 100 calls/hour (free tier)
  • QR code generation
  • Link expiration — paid plans only
  • No bulk import from competitors
  • UTM builder — paid plans only
  • No early access program

Full Feature Comparison

urldn Pro vs Bitly Core — side by side, no spin

Feature
urldn Pro
Bitly Core
Core Features
Link shortening
Monthly link limit
Unlimited
1,500/mo
Custom back-half slugs
Edit link destination after creation
Link expiration date
Paid only
Password-protected links
QR code generation
UTM parameter builder
Paid only
Branding & Domains
Custom domain
Included
$99+/mo extra
Multiple custom domains
Enterprise only
Analytics
Click tracking
Geographic data (country, city)
Paid only
Device & browser breakdown
Paid only
Referrer / traffic source
Paid only
Analytics history retention
Unlimited
30 days (free)
Export analytics as CSV
Paid only
API & Integrations
REST API access
API rate limit
Unlimited
100/hour (free tier)
Bulk CSV import from Bitly
Support & Privacy
Email support
No ads shown to link visitors
GDPR compliant

Who Is urldn Pro Built For?

The people Bitly overcharges most

Indie Makers & Startups

You're watching every dollar. Get branded short links, real-time analytics, and API access without paying $348/year before you even have customers.

3 months Pro free on waitlist →

Marketers & Creators

Track every campaign with geo and device data. Build UTM links in seconds. Stop paying $29/month just to see where your clicks come from.

Full analytics included in Pro →

Developers & SaaS Builders

Integrate link shortening into your product via REST API — no rate limits, no surprise bills at scale. Use your own custom domain for branded output.

Unlimited API calls in Pro →
MIGRATE FROM BITLY IN MINUTES

Switch in under 2 minutes

Export your Bitly links as CSV, upload to urldn.com — all slugs and destinations carry over instantly. No broken links, no downtime.

  1. 1 Export your links from Bitly (Settings → Export)
  2. 2 Join the urldn waitlist — claim 3 months Pro free
  3. 3 Upload your CSV when Pro launches — done
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Advanced Link Analytics & Custom Domains

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Custom Domains
Advanced Analytics
Unlimited API
Team Features
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does "3 months Pro free" actually mean?
When urldn Pro launches, waitlist members get 3 full months of Pro access at no charge — no credit card needed to claim it. After the free period, you choose whether to continue with a paid plan. It's our way of rewarding early supporters.
Will my Bitly links break when I migrate?
No. Your existing bit.ly links keep working — Bitly doesn't delete them when you leave. When you migrate to urldn.com you're creating new links pointing to the same destinations. To fully cut over, connect your own custom domain (e.g., go.yourbrand.com) and recreate the same slugs — then update your materials to use the new domain.
Does urldn Pro include custom domains?
Yes — custom domains are included in the Pro plan. Connect any domain you own via a simple CNAME DNS record. Bitly charges $99+/month for this on top of their base plan price.
How does urldn's API compare to Bitly's?
urldn Pro's REST API has no rate limits. Bitly caps free users at 100 calls/hour, which breaks most serious integrations. Our API covers link creation, updating, deletion, and click stats — all JSON with API key auth.
Does Bitly have any advantage over urldn?
Honestly, yes — Bitly has a larger ecosystem of native integrations (Zapier, Hootsuite, etc.), a longer enterprise track record, and wider brand recognition. If your company requires SLA guarantees, SSO, or dedicated account management, Bitly's Enterprise tier exists for that. For everyone else, urldn Pro covers all the features you actually use at a fraction of the cost.
Is urldn.com GDPR compliant?
Yes. urldn.com does not sell user data, shows no ads to visitors who click your links, and stores analytics in aggregate form. You can delete your account and all associated data at any time.

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