Simple-URL-Shortener is a minimalist, KISS-principle URL shortener written in PHP by azlux. It keeps things deliberately simple — no database service required, with support for MySQL or SQLite — and includes per-user history so you can track what you have shortened. Key Features Minimalist design — A tiny codebase focused on the core job of […]

rs-short is a lightweight link shortener written in Rust, developed to be as minimal and efficient as possible. Powered by the Actix web framework, it supports SQLite, PostgreSQL, and MySQL backends, offers Docker deployment, and is actively maintained with frequent releases. Key Features Rust performance — A compiled, memory-safe binary that is fast and resource-efficient. […]

Shlink is a self-hosted URL shortener designed for those who want a modern, API-first approach to link management. Built in PHP with a clean REST API at its core, it offers an official CLI, a progressive web app, custom domains, tags, and detailed visit analytics including geolocation and referrers. Key Features REST API — Complete […]

Kutt is a modern, free URL shortener you can self-host. The current version is built with TypeScript and Node.js on PostgreSQL, offering custom domains, custom URLs, click statistics, and a REST API. It is one of the most popular open-source shorteners with a clean, straightforward interface. Key Features Custom domains — Use your own domain […]

YOURLS (Your Own URL Shortener) is the de facto standard self-hosted URL shortener. Written in PHP, it lets you run your own shortening service on your server, keeping full control of your data while providing detailed click statistics, a plugin ecosystem, and a simple API for automation. Key Features Self-hosted — Run on your own […]