More than a link shortener, without the Enterprise upsell.
Bitly shortens links and makes QR codes. yLnk does that too, then adds link-in-bio, dynamic app links, forms, a storefront, and a blog — with team roles included on standard paid plans.
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Where yLnk pulls ahead of Bitly
Three differences that matter if you are choosing today.
One platform, not just links
Short links and QR are the starting point. LinkFolio, dynamic app links, forms, yShop, and blogs run from the same account and analytics.
Team roles without an Enterprise contract
Switch a paid workspace to a team, invite members with a code and OTP, and assign Owner, Admin, Editor, Analyst, or Support — with an audit log.
Branded subdomains for every product
Map links., app., forms., blog., bio., and shop. to one root domain, each hostname serving a single purpose.
Built for growth
Start with a link. Grow into the whole stack.
Editable destinations
Change where a short link or QR points after it is printed or shared.
Campaign reporting
Group short links, QR, LinkFolio, forms, and blog posts into one performance view.
Keep your slugs
Recreate campaign slugs on your own domain so print and offline codes stay meaningful.
Predictable scope
Seat and domain counts scale with your plan instead of jumping to a custom quote.
Side by side
yLnk vs Bitly, feature by feature
Bitly is a capable link and QR platform. This is where the scope differs.
| Feature | yLnk | Bitly |
|---|---|---|
| Short links | Yes | Yes |
| QR codes Both support editable QR destinations. | Yes | Dynamic QR on paid plans |
| Link-in-bio page | LinkFolio | Bitly Pages |
| Dynamic app links (iOS / Android / web routing) | Yes | No |
| Forms | Yes | No |
| Storefront / checkout | yShop | No |
| Blog / content pages | Yes | No |
| Campaign reporting | Across links, QR, bio, forms, blog | Link & QR campaigns |
| Organization / team roles Check current plan for seat counts. | Included on paid plans — 5 roles, invite + audit log | Advanced team management & SSO on higher tiers |
| Custom branded subdomains Check current plan. | One per product, across the suite | Custom domain for links & QR |
| Plan tier for team features Check current plan. | Standard paid plans | Premium / Enterprise |
Compiled from publicly available information on each provider’s website in August 2026. Competitor plans and limits change often — confirm current details on their own pricing pages. Rows marked “check current plan” vary by tier.
The honest part
Where Bitly is the better pick
- A longer track record and very high free-tier link volume for pure shortening.
- Mature enterprise controls — SSO, SCIM, and a widely integrated API.
- Brand recognition: bitly links are familiar to a broad audience.
- If link and QR is all you need, a focused tool has less surface area to learn.
Better for:high-volume link shortening and QR programs that need established enterprise SSO and do not want a wider product suite.
Move from Bitly without losing momentum.
Start free. Add your domain and team when you are ready.
Can I migrate my Bitly links to yLnk?
Yes. Export your Bitly links to CSV and recreate them in yLnk, or point your branded domain at yLnk and rebuild the slugs. Existing Bitly links keep working on Bitly while new links live on yLnk.
Does yLnk support custom domains on the free plan?
Custom branded domains are a paid feature. The free plan includes yLnk-branded short links, QR codes, and a LinkFolio page. Check pricing for domain limits per plan.
Is team and role management really included, not Enterprise-only?
Yes. Any paid workspace can switch to a team, invite members with a short code and one-time passcode, and assign Owner, Admin, Editor, Analyst, or Support roles, with an audit log. Seat and domain counts scale with your plan.
Do I lose QR codes if I move from Bitly?
No. Every yLnk short link has a QR code, and QR destinations stay editable after they are printed.