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CleanURI vs Rebrandly

If you need a URL Shorteners API that's easy to integrate, go with CleanURI.

CleanURI

URL shortener service

Rebrandly

Custom URL shortener for sharing branded links

CleanURI

  • No authentication required
  • HTTPS supported
  • CORS enabled for frontend use

Rebrandly

  • Simple API key authentication
  • HTTPS supported
FeatureCleanURIRebrandly
AuthenticationNoneapiKey
HTTPSYesYes
CORSYesUnknown

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.