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FastURL vs Shortfy

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.

FastURL

Free plan APIWeb

FastURL combines short links, dynamic QR codes, bulk tools, API access, and campaign analytics. Its free tier covers limited monthly volumes, while paid plans increase quotas and custom-subdomain capacity.

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Shortfy

Free plan APIWeb

Shortfy combines shortening, bio pages, QR generation, analytics, and API controls in one service. Its free tier is permanent, while paid plans expand link volume, analytics, API capacity, seats, and branding options.

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The facts

FastURLShortfy
Free planYesYes
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onAPI, WebAPI, Web
Lowest paid planEssentials: $3,619 a yearPro: $7 a month
Plans published33
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websitefasturl.inshortfy.co
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FastURL: what it does well

  • Tracks clicks, devices, locations, and referrals
  • Supports bulk link creation
  • Dynamic QR destinations can change
  • Offers custom domains and API access
  • Includes free and paid plans

What to know first

  • Geo-targeted redirects are unavailable
  • Free plan limits monthly links and QR codes
  • Collects IP address and approximate location
  • Paid plans are billed annually

Shortfy: what it does well

  • Shorten links without an account
  • Download QR codes for shortened links
  • Track clicks and referrers
  • REST API with Bearer authentication
  • Custom domains on Business

What to know first

  • Free plan limits 50 links monthly
  • Free plan allows one team seat
  • No free trial
  • Advanced analytics require Pro or Business

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