1pt vs Cutt.ly
If you need a URL Shorteners API that's easy to integrate, go with 1pt.
1pt
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
Cutt.ly
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
| Feature | 1pt | Cutt.ly |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | None | apiKey |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Yes | Unknown |
When to use which?
1pt is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication. 1pt works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.