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