A Link Shortener That Works
Beyond Social Media.
Hootsuite's link shortener only works inside their scheduling tool — and requires a $99+/month plan. URLyte gives you branded links that work in email, social, print, SMS, and anywhere else for $5/month.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | URLyte | Hootsuite |
|---|---|---|
| Works outside social media | ||
| Branded links | Basic | |
| Standalone dashboard | ||
| Click analytics | Limited | |
| Geographic data | ||
| QR code generation | ||
| Email/SMS links | ||
| Malicious URL detection | ||
| Standalone pricing | $5/mo | Requires Hootsuite plan ($99+/mo) |
The Problem with Hootsuite's Link Shortener
It only works inside Hootsuite
Hootsuite shortens your links so they fit in social posts. But those links only exist within Hootsuite's ecosystem. You can't use them in emails, print materials, or SMS campaigns — and you can't see their analytics outside the platform.
You're paying $99+/month just to shorten links
Hootsuite's cheapest plan with link shortening starts at $99/month. If link management is a significant part of what you need, that's expensive. URLyte's standalone Pro plan is $5/month.
No QR codes, no branded standalone links
Hootsuite compresses your URLs but doesn't give you branded links you can put on physical materials, business cards, or print ads. URLyte generates a branded link AND a downloadable QR code for every link — ready for any channel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why isn't Hootsuite's link shortener enough?
Hootsuite's link shortener only works inside their scheduling platform. You can't use those links in email, SMS, or print — and you need a $99+/month Hootsuite plan just to access it. URLyte is a standalone link management tool for $5/month that works everywhere.
Can I use URLyte links in email and SMS campaigns?
Yes. URLyte links work anywhere — email, social media, SMS, print materials, and business cards. There's no platform lock-in, unlike Hootsuite's shortener which only works within their ecosystem.
Does URLyte generate QR codes?
Yes. Every URLyte link has a downloadable QR code you can put on physical materials like business cards, flyers, and print ads — something Hootsuite's link shortener doesn't support.
How much does URLyte cost compared to Hootsuite?
URLyte Pro is $5/month as a standalone tool. Hootsuite's cheapest plan with link shortening starts at $99/month. If link management is a core need, URLyte saves over $1,100/year.
Link Management That Works Everywhere
Email, social, print, SMS. One dashboard. $5/month.
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