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PeakURL vs T2M
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 APIExtensionLinux+4
PeakURL combines self-hosting with extensive link controls, analytics, integrations, and security features. Its main planning constraint is that each installation serves only one public short domain, alongside the listed server requirements.
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Free plan APIExtensionWeb
T2M covers link creation, targeting, QR codes, campaigns and analytics in web, API and extension formats. Its plans scale limits, history and API capabilities from individual use to larger team and enterprise arrangements.
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| PeakURL | T2M | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Extension, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | API, Extension, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Backer (sponsorship): $5 a month | Standard: $9.99 a month |
| Plans published | 2 | 9 |
| Maker | Not published | T2M |
| Website | peakurl.org | t2mio.com |
| On url shorteners | #15 of 156 | #19 of 156 |
PeakURL: what it does well
- Self-hosted ownership of links and visitor data
- Unlimited analytics retention
- REST API, webhooks, and browser extensions
- Custom aliases, protected links, and QR codes
- Administrative logs and trashed-link recovery
What to know first
- One public short domain per installation
- Requires PHP, database, and web-server setup
- Location reports require local GeoLite2 City data
T2M: what it does well
- Branded domains and personalized short URLs
- Detailed click and location analytics
- Static and dynamic QR codes
- Campaign tags and UTM tools
- Free plan and 15-day paid-plan trial
What to know first
- Quotas vary by plan
- API access is listed on Premium
- Click-data history is limited by plan
- Dynamic QR branding varies by plan