Bly.to vs Free Url Shortener
If you need a URL Shorteners API that's easy to integrate, go with Bly.to.
Free Url Shortener
Free URL Shortener offers a powerful API to interact with other sites
Bly.to
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
Free Url Shortener
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- Currently flagged as inactive
| Feature | Bly.to | Free Url Shortener |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | apiKey | None |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Yes | Unknown |
When to use which?
Free Url Shortener is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication. Bly.to works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.