Developer-grade links, plus the pages and forms around them.
Dub is a fast, modern link platform with great analytics and an API. yLnk covers the same short links, QR, and deep links, then adds LinkFolio, forms, a storefront, and a blog under one brand.
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Where yLnk pulls ahead of Dub
Dub is strong on links and analytics. This is the wider surface.
Beyond links and analytics
LinkFolio bio pages, branded forms, a lightweight storefront, and a blog run from the same account as your links and QR codes.
Cross-channel campaign reporting
Group QR links, LinkFolio, forms, and blog posts into one campaign view with date filters — not just link-level stats.
One purpose-built subdomain per product
Map links., app., forms., blog., bio., and shop. to one root domain, each hostname serving a single job.
Built for growth
Keep the link speed. Add the rest of the funnel.
Editable destinations
Change where a short link or QR points after it is shared or printed.
Forms in the mix
Capture leads and feedback and see responses next to link and QR data.
Grow into commerce
Move from links to product pages and checkout without adding another tool.
Team-ready
Owner, Admin, Editor, Analyst, and Support roles with an audit log.
Side by side
yLnk vs Dub, feature by feature
Dub is a capable link and analytics platform. This is where the scope differs.
| Feature | yLnk | Dub |
|---|---|---|
| Short links | Yes | Yes |
| QR codes | Yes | Yes |
| Link-in-bio page | LinkFolio | dub.link bio pages |
| Dynamic app links (iOS / Android / web routing) Both support mobile deep linking; check current plan. | Yes | Deep links |
| Forms | Yes | No |
| Storefront / checkout | yShop | No |
| Blog / content pages | Yes | No |
| Campaign reporting across asset types Check current plan. | Yes | Link analytics & UTM |
| Organization / team roles Check current plan for seats. | 5 roles, invite + audit log | Workspace roles |
| Custom branded subdomains Check current plan. | One per product, across the suite | Custom domains for links |
| Plan tier for team features Check current plan. | Standard paid plans | Pro / Business / 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 Dub is the better pick
- A polished, fast product with an excellent developer experience — API, SDKs, and docs.
- Deep, real-time link analytics and a generous free tier for link volume.
- Open-source core, and a built-in partner / affiliate program for referral use cases.
- If you mainly need links plus analytics and will build the rest yourself, Dub is a clean fit.
Better for:developer-led teams that want best-in-class link analytics, an API-first workflow, or a built-in affiliate program, and do not need forms, a store, or a blog in the same tool.
Keep the link speed. Add the rest of the funnel.
Start free, then add forms, a store, and a blog when you need them.
Can I migrate my Dub links to yLnk?
Yes. Export your Dub links and recreate them in yLnk, or point your branded domain at yLnk and rebuild the slugs. Existing Dub links keep working until you switch.
Does yLnk have an API like Dub?
Yes. yLnk has a REST API for creating and managing links and reading analytics. Availability and rate limits depend on your plan.
Does yLnk support custom domains on the free plan?
Custom branded domains are a paid feature. Free covers yLnk-branded short links, QR codes, and a LinkFolio page.
Is team and role management included?
Yes. Any paid workspace can switch to a team, invite members with a code and one-time passcode, and assign Owner, Admin, Editor, Analyst, or Support roles with an audit log.