Everything Bitly Does.
At 1/7th the Price.
URLyte gives you branded short links, click analytics, QR codes, and geographic tracking for $5/month. Bitly charges $35/month for the same features.
Bitly Core
$35/mo
For branded links and basic analytics. Requires custom domain purchase (~$15/yr extra).
URLyte Pro
$5/mo
Branded namespace links, full analytics, QR codes. No custom domain needed.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | URLyte | Bitly |
|---|---|---|
| Branded short links | Paid only | |
| Click analytics | Paid only | |
| QR code generation | Paid only | |
| Custom namespace/prefix | ||
| Malicious URL detection | ||
| Free plan | Very limited | |
| Pro plan pricing | $5/mo | $35/mo |
| Custom domain required | ||
| Geographic analytics | Paid only | |
| Device breakdown | Paid only |
Why URLyte is Different
Branded links without buying a custom domain
Bitly requires you to purchase and configure a custom domain to get branded links — adding cost and technical complexity. URLyte's namespace system gives you urlyte.com/yourbrand/link instantly, with no domain purchase, no DNS configuration, and no waiting.
Malicious URL detection built in
Every link created on URLyte is automatically scanned against Google Safe Browsing. Malicious links are suspended within seconds of creation. Bitly does not offer this on standard plans.
Full analytics on every plan — including free
Geographic distribution, device breakdown, click-over-time charts, and QR scan tracking are included on URLyte's free plan. Bitly restricts most analytics to paid tiers starting at $35/month.
Who Switches from Bitly to URLyte
Freelancers & solopreneurs
Need branded links to look professional without paying $35/month. URLyte Pro at $5/mo is the obvious choice.
Marketing teams
Need to organise links by campaign and channel. URLyte namespaces (urlyte.com/campaign/channel) do this natively.
Small businesses
Want to share branded links in emails, social posts, and print — without the technical overhead of a custom domain.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is URLyte really 7x cheaper than Bitly?
Yes. Bitly Core is $35/month. URLyte Pro is $5/month. Both give you branded links, click analytics, QR codes, and geographic data. URLyte also includes malicious URL detection and namespace organisation that Bitly doesn't offer on standard plans.
Do I need to buy a custom domain to get branded links?
No. URLyte's namespace system gives you branded links like urlyte.com/yourbrand/link instantly — no domain purchase, no DNS configuration, no waiting. Bitly requires you to buy and configure a custom domain to get branded links.
Can I migrate my Bitly links to URLyte?
Yes. Create matching shortcodes in URLyte and update your content to point to the new links. URLyte links go live instantly, so you can migrate link-by-link without any downtime.
Does URLyte's free plan include analytics?
Yes. Click tracking, geographic distribution, device breakdown, and QR scan tracking are all included on URLyte's free plan. Bitly restricts most analytics to paid tiers starting at $35/month.
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