Bitly: Link Shortener

Bitly: Link Shortener

Easily shorten and share links

169 ratings
195 reviews
Free

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • May 29, 2012
  • October 15, 2025

Features

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About

This app allows you to instantly create shortened URLs, share them easily across various platforms, and track their performance. It offers features like custom domains and back-halves for branded links. Access advanced features like QR codes and detailed analytics on the web platform.

Instant link creation
Custom domains and back-halves
Simple link sharing
Quick access to recent links
Basic click count tracking
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What's New in Bitly

3.0.1

October 15, 2025

We’ve updated the Bitly app with new safety features to make it easier to check links. Want to quickly see where a Bitly link is headed on your mobile device? We’ve added a way for you to easily see the destination of a Bitly link with or without a login. Confirm that any Bitly link is where you expect it to send you right within the Bitly app.

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User reviews

App has lots of potential

Desktop app is really good, could use a little work, but I like it.
The phone app is quite the opposite, highly mediocre. Can only look at links, not my QR codes I created. Cannot view my pages I created. Missing several areas to view.
Cannot add my links to a text (With the plugin app in my texts). Needs more work.
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QR code option missing

I used to love this app. What happened to the QR Code option? It’s no longer available. Ugghhh…so frustrating.

Doesn’t work

What’s the point of it if you can’t see how many people clicked on your links?? Fix it, it used to work once…

App is buggy garbage

Fix your app. How can you run a business this way?? QR code not displaying. Hide bitly option not saving (fraud?). Use any other solution!!

It’s not a bad app

The app was overall good. It just need more specific guidelines and directions on what needed to be done and more accurate instructions.

User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Login issues and inability to connect to server

Bug

Disappearing or non-updating link data

Bug

Crashes when trying to perform basic functions

Bug

Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions

Bug

Requested Features

4 requests

Add support for multiple accounts

Feature

Improve UI and user experience

Feature

Expand analytics and reporting capabilities

Feature

Integrate with more social platforms

Feature

FAQ

What does the Bitly app do?

The Bitly app allows you to quickly create shortened URLs, share them directly from your phone via text, email, or social media, and view basic click counts to monitor performance. It's designed for instant link creation and sharing.

What are the key features of the Bitly app?

Key features include instant link creation with options for custom domains and back-halves, simple sharing capabilities, quick access to recently created links, and essential tracking of click counts. These features help in creating branded and trackable links.

Is the Bitly app free to use?

The app offers a free tier with essential link shortening and tracking features. Advanced functionalities such as custom domains and detailed analytics are available through paid plans, which can be accessed by upgrading.

What is the difference between the app and Bitly.com?

The mobile app focuses on instant link creation, sharing, and basic performance monitoring. For more comprehensive features like QR codes, landing pages, and in-depth analytics, users should visit Bitly.com on a mobile or desktop browser to access the full Bitly Connections Platform.

Who is the Bitly app for?

This app is ideal for anyone who needs to shorten long URLs for easier sharing, such as marketers, social media managers, or individuals who want to track the engagement of their links. It's particularly useful for creating branded links.