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Shortly vs ThirstyAffiliates
Both stand on affiliate marketing software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan ExtensionWeb
Shortly combines branded affiliate links, Shopify selling, discount links, and campaign analytics. The free plan covers basic tracking, while higher tiers add capacity and listed marketing tools.
Visit Shortly Free plan APISelf-hosted
ThirstyAffiliates combines link management, tracking, and affiliate-specific publishing tools for WordPress marketers. Check the plan site limits and the free ThirstyPay transaction fee before choosing an edition.
Visit ThirstyAffiliatesThe facts
| Shortly | ThirstyAffiliates | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Extension, Web | API, Self-hosted |
| Lowest paid plan | Basic: $9.99 a month | Basic: $99.60 a year |
| Plans published | 4 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | ThirstyAffiliates |
| Website | shortly.shop | thirstyaffiliates.com |
| On affiliate marketing software | #42 of 118 | #46 of 118 |
Shortly: what it does well
- Free plan includes five branded links
- Tracks orders, clicks, sales, and payments
- Supports Shopify checkout and social storefronts
- Works across many listed marketing channels
- Enterprise options include custom features and pages
What to know first
- Shopify account and store required
- Plans track only 1,000 monthly orders before charges
- Partner limit is 50
ThirstyAffiliates: what it does well
- Autolinks matching keywords in posts and drafts.
- Tracks clicks and supports geolocation redirects.
- Amazon tools search and import product links.
- Product Displays are included with Advanced.
What to know first
- No free trial is offered.
- Free ThirstyPay transactions carry a 3% fee.
- Paid plans renew annually at stated rates.
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