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Cliplink vs Compacto
Both stand on url shorteners. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APIWeb
Cliplink combines short links, QR codes, campaign controls, analytics, and developer access. Plan limits increase by tier, while custom domains and geo targeting are not currently available.
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Free plan APIWeb
Compacto suits teams combining branded link management with programmable OTP validation. Its free tier provides a starting point, while paid plans increase link capacity and reporting allowances.
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| Cliplink | Compacto | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Web | API, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Pro: $249 a month | Plus: $5 a month |
| Plans published | 4 | 6 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | cliplink.in | compac.to |
| On url shorteners | #106 of 156 | #110 of 156 |
Cliplink: what it does well
- Click, scan, device, and referral analytics
- Bulk link creation and QR codes
- REST API with signed requests
- Webhooks stream events
- CSV and Excel analytics exports
What to know first
- No custom domains currently
- Geo targeting is unavailable
- Mobile deep links are coming soon
Compacto: what it does well
- Free plan includes 100 links monthly
- Batch link creation through the API
- Country and device click reporting
- Custom domains supported
- OTP codes are hashed and single-use
What to know first
- Free plan limits links and OTP generations
- Messaging provider charges are separate
- Reporting retention depends on plan
- Public API requires an x-api-key header
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