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fewly vs TheShortener
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
fewly combines link shortening, branding, safety checks, and detailed click analytics. Plan choice determines link allowance, retention, collaboration tools, and API availability.
Visit fewly Free plan APIExtensionWeb
TheShortener covers link management, QR creation, analytics, profile pages, files, and developer access in one service. Review each plan's quotas and eligibility rules, especially for branded domains and paid targeting features.
Visit TheShortenerThe facts
| fewly | TheShortener | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Web | API, Extension, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Pro: $5 a month | STARTER: $8.99 a month |
| Plans published | 3 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | fewly.tech | theshortener.com |
| On url shorteners | #66 of 156 | #70 of 156 |
fewly: what it does well
- Tracks clicks, locations, devices, browsers, and referrers
- Custom branded domains with HTTPS on paid plans
- Bulk link creation and geo targeting
- Malware and phishing checks before activation
- Free plan includes 50 links monthly
What to know first
- Free analytics retention is limited to 30 days
- API access is available on paid plans
- Team pricing is charged per seat
TheShortener: what it does well
- Free plan includes links, QR codes, and storage
- Supports custom domains and geo targeting
- Offers API and Chrome extension access
- QR generator supports many content types
- File links include password and expiry controls
What to know first
- Bulk link creation is not available
- No team seats are included
- Paid plans start at $8.99 a month
- Plan limits vary by tier
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