URL Shorteners · head-to-head
Cutt.ly vs Rebrandly
Cutt.ly shortens links to cutt.ly URLs and layers on click tracking, custom back-halves, branded domains, and campaign management. Its REST API is called with an API key issued from a Cutt.ly account and returns JSON; the same key drives link creation, editing, and per-link statistics. A free plan covers basic shortening and stats, with paid tiers adding branded domains, team seats, and higher limits.
Rebrandly specializes in branded short links on your own custom domain, aimed at marketing and brand-consistent link sharing. Its REST API uses an apikey header and covers link creation, custom slashtags, tags, domains, and click analytics, returning JSON. A free tier allows a capped number of branded links per month, with paid Starter, Pro, and Enterprise plans scaling link volume, domains, and team features.
| Cutt.ly | Rebrandly | |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | API Key | API Key |
| Pricing | freemium | freemium |
| Formats | JSON | JSON |
| CORS | no | yes |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
Rebrandly supports CORS, while Cutt.ly doesn't — pick Rebrandly for direct browser calls.