# Slug - Link Manager — A native client for YOURLS.

> Custom short link generator for self-hosted YOURLS servers. (iPhone/iPad app by Nicholas Dapolito.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slug-link-manager/id6743663098 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Nicholas Dapolito](https://appshunter.io/developer/1637452829)
- Category: Developer Tools, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 42 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-04-22
- Data updated: 2026-09-09
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slug-link-manager/id6743663098/reviews.md

## What is Slug?

Slug is a fast, polished client for YOURLS, the self-hosted URL shortener.

Connect your own YOURLS server, create custom short links, manage your history, generate QR codes, and keep control of your links without relying on a hosted shortening service.

Built for developers, creators, marketers, and teams who want a cleaner way to manage self-hosted short links from iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

Key Features:
• Connect directly to your YOURLS server
• Create custom short links with your own keywords
• Generate QR codes for any shortened link
• Manage link history across multiple profiles
• Shorten links from Safari and other apps with the Share Extension
• Quickly shorten URLs from your clipboard
• View core YOURLS link stats and history
• Import and export your link data
• Optional support for Slug YOURLS plugins
• Hide plugin-related features when you want a simpler interface

Slug+:
Unlock advanced customization and power-user features, including expanded profile support, QR code customization, import/export tools, and full-library sync for supported accounts.

Your links stay yours. Slug works with the YOURLS server you control, giving you a focused, native app for creating and managing short links without moving your workflow to someone else’s link-shortening platform.

## Key features

- Connect to YOURLS server
- Create custom short links
- Track link analytics
- Clipboard URL shortening
- Share extension integration

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Quick.Link+ | $3.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slug-link-manager/id6743663098/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Best app for YOURLS

*2026-03-02*

This is my favorite app for YOURLS! Have been using it for months without any issues

**Developer response:** Hi there! Thank you so much for the kind words!

## Frequently asked questions about Slug

### What is Quick.Link?

Quick.Link is a tool that connects to your existing YOURLS server to create custom short links. It allows you to manage your links and track their performance directly from your own server.

### How does Quick.Link integrate with YOURLS?

Quick.Link offers simple integration, connecting to your existing YOURLS installation in seconds. This allows you to leverage your current setup for link shortening.

### Can I create branded short links with Quick.Link?

Yes, Quick.Link allows you to create personalized, branded URLs. This helps in maintaining brand consistency and making your shared links more memorable.

### Does Quick.Link track link performance?

Yes, Quick.Link provides usage analytics, allowing you to track link clicks and performance at a glance. This helps in understanding how your links are being used.

### What devices does Quick.Link support?

Quick.Link is currently supported on iPhone devices.

### Is Quick.Link free to use?

Yes, Quick.Link is available for free, with no monthly fees associated with its use.

### How often is Quick.Link updated?

The latest version of Quick.Link is 2.1, and it was last updated on June 2, 2026. This indicates active development and maintenance.

### Does Quick.Link have ads?

No, Quick.Link does not contain advertisements, providing an ad-free experience for users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.0 — 2026-09-03

Thank you for using Quick.Link... sorry, Slug.

This is our biggest update yet, with a new name, a completely redesigned experience and improvements throughout the app.

Quick.Link is now Slug
Quick.Link served us well, but the app has grown far beyond simply shortening a URL. Slug is a new, more focused home for creating, organising and understanding the short links you host.

Redesigned from Top to Bottom
Every screen has been reconsidered for Slug. Creation now puts your URL slug front and centre, while Analytics, History, Collections, Settings, QR codes and more have all received major redesigns.

More Focused Analytics
A new overview makes the numbers that matter easier to find, with interactive activity charts and dedicated views for top links, campaigns, referrers, destinations, traffic and more.

Better Collections
Collections can now be searched, sorted, summarised and customised with new colours and icons.

Faster Workflows
Quickly switch profiles directly from Create, use Link Presets to save commonly used organisation settings, and create QR codes with new styles and branding options, including your selected alternative app icon.

More Reliable Connections
We've improved how Slug communicates with YOURLS servers across different installation configurations, alongside plenty of bug fixes and design refinements.

This is, by far, the biggest update we've ever shipped. Thank you for supporting Quick.Link, and now Slug. If you run into an issue, you can reach us using Contact in Settings.

Happy linking!

### 2.1.2 — 2026-06-30

Don't mind us, just here with a few minor updates. If you're curious...

• Fixed a bug that caused the Quick.Link+ paywall to appear after purchase.  
• Added an option to hide the Quick.Link Analytics and Campaigns fields and links.  
• Other bug fixes and improvements.

That's all for now! Happy linking!

### 2.1.1 — 2026-06-29

Oh, hi! In this update:
• Unlock all of Quick.Link with Quick.Link+*
• QR Codes can now be customized to be any color.
• Bug fixes and improvements.

*Quick.Link+ is a one time purchase. Existing users will continue to receive previously free features forever.

That's all for now! Happy linking!

### 2.1 — 2026-06-02

In This Update:

• Endpoint Improvements: Fixed an issue that could incorrectly flag valid endpoints as unavailable. Quick.Link now handles trailing slashes, protocol information, and provides clearer connection feedback.
• Analytics Tab: View link totals, averages, creation trends, top domains, collections, server totals, and recent activity.
• QR Code Customization: Choose between Light, Dark, and Glass styles, and optionally include an icon.
• Enhanced Analytics*: Unlock daily click trends, referrers, browsers, countries, recent clicks, and per-link insight charts.
• Campaign Tracking*: Add UTM parameters before shortening and review performance in Analytics.
• Plugin Guidance: Settings now includes installation guides and direct links for optional Quick.Link plugins.
• QR Code Widget: Add a favorite link to your Home Screen as a QR code for easy sharing.
• Additional Fixes: Fixed several issues throughout the app, including QR code generation and various UI-related quirks.

As always, thank you for using Quick.Link. Happy linking!

*Enhanced Analytics and Campaign Tracking require the optional Quick.Link Analytics plugins to be installed on your YOURLS server.

### 2.0 — 2026-05-15

In this version of Quick.Link, we made it faster to manage your links, easier to find what you need, and simpler to match the app to your workflow.

Edit Links
Shortened links are now editable even after you save them, so you can update details without recreating everything.

Server History
Once connected, you can view your server’s full history of links in one place, so you can quickly revisit past short links.

QR Code Widget
Add a link to your home screen using the QR Code Widget for instant access, right from your device.

Bulk Edit
Select multiple links at once to favorite, archive, delete, or move them into a collection, saving you time on large link lists.

Custom Filter Order
Reorder the history filter bar to match how you work, so your most used filters are always in reach.

Redesigned Settings
Settings are now cleaner and better organized, making common options easier to find and manage.

Collections Updates
Collections received improvements, including updated, editable properties that let you organize links more precisely.

Auto-Sort Test Links
Connection test links are automatically sorted into a collection and hidden when enabled, keeping your main history clean.

Design Improvements
We redesigned more of the app for a smoother experience and introduced a new app icon.

Bug Fixes
Various bug fixes and performance improvements.

Thank you for using Quick.Link!

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All apps by Nicholas Dapolito: https://appshunter.io/developer/1637452829

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-09.*
