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Best Link Shortener Apps

246+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.8 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated August 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our link shortener list covers 246+ iPhone apps updated through August 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Link Shortener Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Bitly: Link ShortenerBitly: Link ShortenerFree3.3★ (169)NoNoAug 2026
2ShortenMyURL: URL shortenerShortenMyURL: URL shortenerFree4.2★ (44)NoNoSep 2026
3Short Menu – URL ShortenerShort Menu – URL ShortenerFree4.6★ (267)YesYesJul 2026
4Simple URL - Short LinksSimple URL - Short LinksFree—YesYesAug 2026
5Links ShortenerLinks ShortenerFree1.0★ (1)NoYesAug 2026
6Zlnk - URL shortenerZlnk - URL shortenerFree5.0★ (1)YesNoMay 2026
7Link Shortener - Shorten URLs With goo.glLink Shortener - Shorten URLs With goo.glFree2.9★ (16)NoNoJul 2026
8Vivoldi - Link URL ShortenerVivoldi - Link URL ShortenerFree—NoYesSep 2026

Top Picks for Link Shortener

Bitly: Link Shortener#1

Bitly: Link Shortener by Bitly, Inc.

Easily shorten and share links
Editor's Choice
📊 Productivity
3.3😞(169 ratings)
Free
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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.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 📊 Useful analytics
  • 🚀 Convenient link sharing
  • 💡 Great tool for social media

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Buggy and crashes frequently
  • 🔍 Missing key features like link customization
  • 📉 Inaccurate or missing analytics data
ShortenMyURL: URL shortener#2

ShortenMyURL: URL shortener by Ritwik Takkar

An elegant URL shortener
Strong Contender
📊 Productivity
4.2(44 ratings)
Free
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This app provides a quick and elegant way to shorten long web addresses for easier management and better presentation. It offers a history of your shortened links and requires no account creation or payment. Available on Apple devices, it streamlines URL handling for various tasks.

Short Menu – URL Shortener#3

Short Menu – URL Shortener by Appiculous UG (haftungsbeschraenkt)

Branded Short Links, QR Codes
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.6😞(267 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Easily shorten URLs, generate branded links, and create QR codes on your iPhone or iPad. Track link performance with advanced analytics and integrate with existing URL shorteners. Customize your links with your own domain for a professional touch.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Quick and efficient URL shortening
  • 👍 Integrates with share sheet
  • 👍 Works with custom URL shorteners (YOURLS)
  • 👍 Useful for creating workflows (Launch Center Pro)

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Default shortening service not working
  • 🐛 App frequently broken/unresponsive
  • 🐛 Features locked behind paywall

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FAQ about Link Shortener

What are the best link shortener apps for iPhone?
Bitly: Link Shortener tops our link shortener apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 3.3-star average from 169 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top link shortener apps we rank are free to download, including Bitly: Link Shortener and ShortenMyURL: URL shortener.
Bitly: Link Shortener has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 246+ link shortener apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
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.
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.

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