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IDM URL Shortener vs URLyte
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 APIExtensionWeb
IDM combines short links, campaign reporting, targeting, QR codes, bio pages, and API access. The free tier covers basic shortening and QR codes, while higher plans add users, link volumes, reporting periods, and support.
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Free plan APIWeb
URLyte combines branded short links, QR codes, link-in-bio pages, and detailed click analytics. Its free tier covers core sharing needs, while paid plans add custom domains, API access, team capacity, and retargeting features.
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| IDM URL Shortener | URLyte | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Extension, Web | API, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Basic: $7 a month | Pro: $5 a month |
| Plans published | 6 | 4 |
| Maker | IDM URL Shortener | Not published |
| Website | idm.in | urlyte.com |
| On url shorteners | #54 of 156 | #50 of 156 |
IDM URL Shortener: what it does well
- Free plan includes unlimited QR codes
- Provides click and geographic analytics
- Supports custom domains and branded links
- Offers API and Chrome extension access
- Includes targeting and link expiration controls
What to know first
- Unsigned public links expire after 24 hours
- Password protection starts on Pro plans
- Paid tiers limit monthly link volumes
URLyte: what it does well
- Free plan lasts forever
- Branded links and downloadable QR codes
- Six link-in-bio themes
- Click analytics include location and device
- Bulk link creation available
What to know first
- Free tier limits namespaces and links
- No separate paid-plan trial
- API is read-only
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