Our take: Short links, QR codes and click analytics in one place, but the free plan (5 links and 2 QR codes a month, no data history) is little more than a trial.
- Free: 5 links/month
- QR codes included
- No analytics history on free
- Not tested by us yet
- ? China access — not tested yet
Checked before sign-up
Checked 28 Sep 2026 · from official pricing and help pages · not tested hands-on yet
Your data: Links and click/scan data are stored on Bitly’s servers; how far back you can see depends on plan (none on Free, 30 days Core, 120 days Growth, 1 year Premium).
Data sheet
Every row shows how we know it
| Free tier | 5 links, 2 QR codes, 2 landing pages per month; no data history Official |
|---|---|
| Core | US$10/month, annual billing only; 100 links/month; 30-day history Official |
| Growth | US$29/month annual or US$35 monthly; 500 links/month; custom domain Official |
| Premium | US$199/month annual or US$300 monthly; 3,000 links/month Official |
| Products | Short links, QR codes, landing pages, analytics Official |
| Access from China | — Not tested |
When to use it
Pick it when a marketer needs branded short links and click tracking per channel for campaigns.
Before you use it
The free plan shows no click history, so if measurement is the goal check each paid plan’s data window.
How to use it
- Create an account at bitly.com.
- Paste a long URL to make a short link or QR code.
- Check clicks and scans in the dashboard.
Alternatives
Checked 28 Sep 2026 · compiled from official information, not yet tested by us. Found something outdated? Tell us. · Bitly pricing (official)