Comparison

Track Link vs TinyURL

TinyURL is one of the oldest URL shorteners, but it was built for shortening links — not tracking them. Track Link gives you full analytics, custom domains, UTM tracking, and conversion tracking for free.

Feature comparison

Side-by-side comparison

TinyURL shortens links. Track Link shortens and tracks them. See the full comparison below.

Feature
Track Link
TinyURL
Price
Free ($0/mo)
Free limited / $12.99+/mo
Free links
10 links
Unlimited (basic)
Free clicks/mo
2,500
Unlimited (basic)
Custom domains (free)
1 included
UTM tracking
Conversion tracking
API access
Paid only
Link analytics
Minimal on free
Custom slugs
Paid only
SSL

Why switch

Why choose Track Link over TinyURL

Full analytics, not just a short link

TinyURL was designed to shorten URLs. Track Link was designed to track them. Get geographic data, device breakdown, referrer data, and click timelines on every link.

Free custom domains

TinyURL does not offer custom domains on the free plan. Track Link includes 1 custom domain free, so your links use your own brand instead of a generic shortener.

UTM and conversion tracking

TinyURL offers no UTM tracking or conversion tracking on any plan. Track Link includes both on the free plan so you can measure real campaign performance.

API access included

Need to create links programmatically? Track Link offers full API access on the free plan. TinyURL restricts API access to paid plans starting at $12.99/month.

Custom slugs for free

TinyURL charges for custom aliases on paid plans. Track Link lets you choose your own slugs for free, making your links readable and memorable.

Easy migration

Upgrade from TinyURL in minutes

If you have been using TinyURL to shorten links but want real analytics and tracking, switching to Track Link is straightforward.

  • Sign up for a free Track Link account
  • Create your links with custom slugs
  • Optionally connect your custom domain
  • Replace TinyURL links in your campaigns
  • Start getting full analytics on every click
Get started free

TinyURL (before)

tinyurl.com/y7abc123

No analytics, no custom domain, no tracking

Track Link (after)

go.yourbrand.com/launch

10 links, 2.5K clicks, custom domain, full analytics

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Track Link a good TinyURL alternative?

Yes. TinyURL is great for simple URL shortening, but it lacks analytics on the free plan. Track Link provides full click analytics, geographic data, UTM tracking, conversion tracking, custom domains, and API access — all for free.

Does TinyURL have analytics?

TinyURL offers very limited analytics on its free plan. For detailed click data, geographic insights, and device breakdowns, you need a paid plan starting at $12.99 per month. Track Link includes full analytics on the free plan.

Can TinyURL track UTM parameters?

No. TinyURL does not offer UTM parameter tracking on any plan. Track Link includes UTM tracking on the free plan so you can measure campaign performance across different channels and sources.

Does TinyURL support custom domains?

TinyURL does not offer custom domains on the free plan. Their paid plans include branded domains starting at $12.99/month. Track Link includes 1 custom domain on the free plan with automatic SSL.

Is TinyURL still relevant in 2026?

TinyURL remains useful for basic link shortening. However, if you need analytics, custom domains, UTM tracking, or conversion tracking, a dedicated link tracker like Track Link is a better fit. Track Link offers all of these features for free.

Need more than a URL shortener?

Track Link gives you everything TinyURL does, plus full analytics, custom domains, UTM tracking, and conversion tracking — all for free.

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