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Linkly

4.9 (61)

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Last updated August 26th, 2026

# Reviews of Linkly

Ease of use

4.8

Customer Service

4.8

## Pros and Cons in Reviews

IO

Isla O

RunnerSports, Self-employedUsed the software for: Less than 6 months.

“For teams managing multi-channel campaigns, Linkly consistently delivers an exceptional user experience rooted in functional efficiency, advanced routing capabilities, and data accuracy.“

May 18, 2026

IO

Isla O

RunnerSports, Self-employedUsed the software for: Less than 6 months.

“Finally, a lack of deep, native integrations with niche marketing software means teams often rely heavily on Zapier, adding extra steps to their workflow.“

May 18, 2026

IO

Isla O

RunnerSports, Self-employedUsed the software for: Less than 6 months.

“You can seamlessly route visitors by country, track precise visual analytics, and drop retargeting pixels effortlessly.“

May 18, 2026

CK

Christoph K

Computer ScientistMarketing and Advertising, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months.

“Our traffic sits somewhere in between, so we're currently forced to pay for capacity we don't use.“

June 8, 2026

RL

Rachelle L

Marketing and Operations ManagerHealth, Wellness and Fitness, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months.

“It delivers on its core promises — easy setup, clean interface, and solid link management — making it a great choice for teams that need a no-fuss solution.“

June 2, 2026

NR

Nick R

Partnerships LeadFinancial Services, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months.

“the user interface is a bit catfishy.“

May 29, 2026

SN

Sophia N

Marketing ManagerEntertainment, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years.

“It’s helpful being able to see quickly which links are getting clicks and seeing it in one place without having to dig around in other analytics tools.“

June 29, 2026

JW

Jan W

Co-FounderFinancial Services, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months.

“Can't think of anything that wen't wrong while using the platform to be honest.“

May 25, 2026

## Showing most helpful reviews

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Mohamed F.  
Product Manager  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "I love how simple Linkly is"

February 27, 2020

5.0

Pros

It's pretty accurate and easy to use! I like how it's focused on 1 simple mission, and it gets the job done as easily as possible, as fast as possible.

Cons

I loved how easy it is to start creating links, and how even easier it is to track everything, nothing more than I need for the task I am aiming to complete.

Review Source

CK

Christoph K.  
Computer Scientist  
Marketing and Advertising  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Linkly Geotargeting"

June 8, 2026

4.0

Pros

We spent a long time searching for a tool that allows multiple geo-targeting redirects within a single link, most competitors(Bitly) either don't support it at all or require separate links per region. Finding Linkly was a relief. It does exactly what we needed: one link, multiple destination URLs based on the visitor's country, all manageable from a clean dashboard without any custom development.

Cons

The gap between the 200,000- and 500,000-click pricing tiers is too large for our use case. Our traffic sits somewhere in between, so we're currently forced to pay for capacity we don't use. An intermediate plan would make Linkly a much easier sell and would likely convert more mid-sized teams like ours who hesitate at the price jump.

Alternatives considered

[Bitly](https://www.capterra.com/p/172575/Bitly/)

Reason for choosing Linkly

Bitly does not have geotargeting only link shortening.

Review Source

AF

Ashraf F.  
Chief Marketing Officer  
Events Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Short links using your domain, QR CODES, deep tracking and tons of features!"

July 21, 2026

5.0

Pros

Generous free plan, and tons of integrations and automations available even on free plan. The fact u can connect ur domain, and track links via almost all third party trackers.

Cons

Somehow unorganized interface and outdated. Slow redirects. Pricing could be more reasonable. Setup feels slow, and kind of has a learning curve.

Switched from

[Bitly](https://www.capterra.com/p/172575/Bitly/)

bitly is focused on link shortening mainly, and lacks features

Review Source

RL

Rachelle L.  
Marketing and Operations Manager  
Health, Wellness and Fitness  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Great Tool for Easy Link Management"

June 2, 2026

4.0

Overall, Linkly has been a reliable and straightforward tool for managing and tracking links. It delivers on its core promises — easy setup, clean interface, and solid link management — making it a great choice for teams that need a no-fuss solution.

Pros

The ease of use is a standout feature — the interface is intuitive and easy to navigate, making it simple to get started without a steep learning curve. Link management is also excellent, allowing you to organize, track, and update links efficiently all in one place.

Cons

The feature set can feel limited for more advanced use cases, and the reporting dashboard could offer deeper analytics. Some customization options for branded links are restricted to higher-tier plans.

Review Source

OM

Onimisi M.  
Growth Marketing Manager  
Financial Services  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "A Fastastic Platform With Customer Needs In Mind"

May 22, 2026

5.0

On a scale of 10, I'll say 10. Of all the platforms I considered, it was the best. we did try out the free version before I recommended that we subscribe for one year.

Pros

It was a real value for money, the link shortening feature and the analytics to track clicks is fantasitic.

Cons

I find no fault with the platform. I am able to get QR code, track clicks and more. Works perfectly.

Switched from

[Bitly](https://www.capterra.com/p/172575/Bitly/)

It offered more features and other forms of integration, which were nonexistent in competing brands.

Review Source

AS

Amanda S.  
Director of Demand Gen  
Construction  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Does what it says it will -- trustworthy"

June 8, 2026

5.0

overall experience has been strong, it does what it says it's going to do which is really what you want. Ideally it could be paired into another solution so I have one less platform to open but I'm happy with what we see out of it

Pros

Linkly's tracking has been instrumental in bridging the gap of cookie tracking. It captures the analytics first so we can always cross check traffic to understand where people are coming from

Cons

The log in process is annoying. It's log in via email link I really wish I could just have a password but other than that it's great. But it is just a link shortener

Switched from

[Bitly](https://www.capterra.com/p/172575/Bitly/)

Chosen by someone else on the team to go with this due to the ability to use 1 QR code and auto direct to google play store or app store based on OS

Review Source

AM

Alexis M.  
Marketing Director  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Best Link Management Tool for SMB Owners"

June 8, 2026

5.0

I've had very positive interactions with Linkly and would likely recommend it for other small and mid-sized business owners.

Pros

I have had great success using Linkly. We mostly use it to provide one universal link for our users to access the app store to download our app, and the tech allows the link to access either the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store, depending on what device the user is on, rather than having two separate links. It also has a very easy to use interface and the data analytics dashboard has been very helpful in understanding attribution. It's definitely the best link management tool we've used for our company!

Cons

I wish there were more tier plans. It jumps from 5,000 clicks to 25,000 clicks. It would be great for us if there was an in between number, like 10k or 15k because we don't hit 25k often.

Alternatives considered

[Bitly](https://www.capterra.com/p/172575/Bitly/)

Reason for choosing Linkly

It was more cost-effective and the dashboard was easier to use for our team.

Review Source

IO

Isla O.  
Runner  
Sports  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Beyond the Click: How Linkly Transforms Traffic into High-Converting Asset"

May 18, 2026

5.0

When digital marketers, affiliate growth hackers, and media agencies evaluate the crowded landscape of link management software, they often look for tools that offer the perfect intersection of data depth, speed, and reliability. Having analyzed extensive aggregate user feedback, technical specifications, and performance data from teams worldwide, the collective market experience with Linkly paints a clear picture: it is an indispensable, high-utility powerhouse. It transforms the mundane task of URL shortening into a sophisticated command center for traffic optimization. For teams managing multi-channel campaigns, Linkly consistently delivers an exceptional user experience rooted in functional efficiency, advanced routing capabilities, and data accuracy. Below is an in-depth breakdown of the positive overarching experience of using Linkly to scale marketing operations.

Pros

"In digital marketing, every click is a valuable opportunity. That is why Linkly has become such a game-changer for modern growth teams. What users love most about this platform is its perfect balance of simplicity and power. You do not need to be a technical expert to build high-converting campaigns. Within minutes, anyone can launch custom, branded short links that protect your brand identity and build instant audience trust. Beyond shortening links, it provides elite traffic control. You can seamlessly route visitors by country, track precise visual analytics, and drop retargeting pixels effortlessly. It turns basic links into intelligent marketing assets. Linkly simplifies data, saves time, and maximizes ROI. It is the ultimate tool to optimize your traffic."

Cons

While Linkly is a powerful tool, maximizing its potential requires understanding its limitations. For many teams, the primary hurdle is the price. The free tier is highly restrictive, and scaling up to access essential features or higher click volumes quickly becomes expensive compared to alternative platforms. Additionally, users report a steep learning curve when configuring advanced technical features, such as setting up custom domain DNS records or managing complex API integrations. The user interface, while functional, feels dated to some and lacks the modern, sleek aesthetic of newer competitors. Finally, a lack of deep, native integrations with niche marketing software means teams often rely heavily on Zapier, adding extra steps to their workflow. To succeed, you must weigh these costs and complexities.

Review Source

SN

Sophia N.  
Marketing Manager  
Entertainment  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Simple and reliable for tracking campaign links"

June 29, 2026

5.0

We’ve had a good experience with Linkly. It’s become part of our normal campaign setup now, especially when we need to track newsletter features, partner links or social posts. It’s simple, reliable and gives us a clearer picture of what people are actually clicking on, as well as which clicks are bots and which are real.

Pros

Linkly is really straightforward to use. We mainly use it for branded links and tracking clicks from newsletters and partnership campaigns, and it saves us a ton of time. It’s helpful being able to see quickly which links are getting clicks and seeing it in one place without having to dig around in other analytics tools.

Cons

Nothing really. It’s been very easy to use from the start and does what we need without much effort. The setup felt clear, and we were able to start creating and tracking links quickly.

Review Source

JA

JOSEPH A.  
ceo  
Real Estate  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Exactly the no-nonsense tracker my business needed"

August 19, 2026

5.0

My overall experience has been fantastic. Running a busy studio and juggling multiple promotions means I need my software to be efficient. Linkly seamlessly integrated into my daily workflow, making it incredibly easy to track campaign performance across different channels—from social media to email sequences. It saves me time and provides the exact analytics I need to make informed marketing decisions without the headache. It’s a tool that actually works right out of the box.

Pros

Managing multiple campaigns across social media, SMS, and email as a business owner can be overwhelming, but finding a link management tool with a smooth interface makes all the difference. Linkly truly delivers on its promises. It offers incredibly accurate tracking, an intuitive dashboard, and the ability to customize and brand links for a professional, high-end look. By removing the guesswork from my click data, it allows me to concentrate on my actual strategy. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking reliable, straightforward link tracking without any unnecessary fluff

Cons

Honestly, I haven't run into any significant drawbacks yet. It does exactly what it is designed to do without overcomplicating the process.

Alternatives considered

[Bitly](https://www.capterra.com/p/172575/Bitly/)

Reason for choosing Linkly

price, ease of use and tracking analytics

Review Source

AW

Anthony W.  
Web Developer  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "Great solution for link shortening, especially for "mail:to" events"

April 2, 2020

5.0

I am able to link to customers a "mailto:" link that pre-populates an email message for them to send to their friends to forward our deals and sweepstakes. This is a feature that works very well in Linkly, that doesn't work on platforms elsewhere.

Pros

To be completely honest, there are a lot of these services, bit.ly, etc. But, Linkly provides some amazing tracking and analytics in a very well packaged dashboard. I believe that for the price you pay, this sets them apart. In addition, I am specifically using them for their ability to shorten and enable "mailto:" links. Many other URL shorteners don't work like that. This way I can enable my customers to be able to forward my messaging in a pre-packaged email.

Cons

I wish that the views on the free plan were extended a little bit bas 1,000/month, to get a good feel for the software, but it's understandable.

Switched from

[Bitly](https://www.capterra.com/p/172575/Bitly/)

See above, re: "mailto"

Review Source

SE

Shanda E.  
Freelancer  
Consumer Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Great for tracking"

June 30, 2021

5.0

This software it remarkably easy to use and would be a great choice for any marketer who wants to be able to track link metrics without losing brand integrity.

Pros

The metrics that this software provides is excellent for most users, I would imagine. It's also great that your links are fully branded.

Cons

Though this is no fault of the software itself, I think it's worth mentioning that plenty of people are still sceptical of clicking on shortlinks.

Review Source

RW

Robert W.  
Producer  
Entertainment  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Solves a core problem cheaply and efficiently"

August 29, 2021

5.0

For any marketer on a budget look no further, Linkly solves the key link tracking needs.

Pros

Linkly is an awesome service that allows for easy centralization of link tracking and cookie-ing. Makes monitoring and optimizing digital marketing easy.

Cons

It's not the most fully featured software but it covers all the basics and at a very reasonable price

Review Source

RG

Ramprasad G.  
Manager, Advanced Analytics  
Hospital & Health Care  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Short link to email"

March 22, 2020

5.0

Pros

Allows creating short link for e-mail addresses, which isn't available with bit.ly. Similarly, allows modifying actual URL which again isn't available on bit.ly.

Cons

Cannot create custom url-link-extension, like in bit.ly

Review Source

SJ

Sagar J.  
Senior digital marketing lead  
Automotive  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "Feature rich URL shortener geo targeting and mailto links"

February 6, 2020

5.0

Pros

Love the geo targeting feature whereby it auto detects user's location and redirects to appropriate local URL, also happy with the mailto link shortening which isn't offered by most link shortners

Cons

the shortened URLs are longer than those from bitly and goo.gl and using them on linkedin ends up getting re-shortened

Switched from

[Bitly](https://www.capterra.com/p/172575/Bitly/)

mailto links and geo detect

Review Source

JB

Jeevin B.  
Digital Marketing Assistant  
Automotive  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "The Software We Exactly Need!"

January 30, 2020

5.0

Pros

Linkly helps us shorten links....exactly what we need

Cons

Not as simply to use as competitors; links are a bit too long.

Review Source

NM

Niels M.  
Ceo  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "Great service, amazing ease of use"

January 20, 2020

5.0

Great, used it for a poster for people to sign up for a tournament

Pros

The ease of use, it's super easy to just make a link that you can change afterwards and also get to monitor

Cons

The fact that it doesnt sanitize urls automatically, i spent a few minutes figuring out why my url wasnt working.

Review Source

KT

Kenneth T.  
President  
Marketing and Advertising  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Much better than tiny URL"

March 23, 2020

5.0

Everything went swimmingly

Pros

What attracted us to Linkly is the ability to use a short URL for a mailto: situation, which the competitors do not allow or have functionality for.

Cons

None that come to mind at this point in time

Review Source

DL

Daniel L.  
CEO  
Health, Wellness and Fitness  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Linkly helps fill a gap that bit.ly left"

March 31, 2020

5.0

Pros

We can use mailto: links, something that bit.ly doesn't support!

Cons

The UI is a little bit dated and harder to use compared to bit.ly

Review Source

VR

Verified Reviewer  
CEO  
Marketing and Advertising  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Like bit.ly but better"

April 3, 2020

5.0

Pros

We needed "mailto:" support for links, and Bitly could not support this. Came across Linkly and glad that we were to find a solution for our needs.

Cons

No cons -- it does what it does -- shortens links

Switched from

[Bitly](https://www.capterra.com/p/172575/Bitly/)

Needed "mailto:" link support

Review Source

sJ

shreyansh J.  
Sole Prop  
Marketing and Advertising  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Powerful Link Tracking and Attribution Tool for Marketers"

June 9, 2026

5.0

Overall, my experience with Linkly has been positive. It provides reliable link tracking, accurate analytics, and useful attribution data that help measure marketing campaign performance. The platform is user-friendly and has helped improve visibility into where traffic and conversions are coming from.

Pros

Linkly makes link tracking and click attribution very easy. I liked the ability to create branded tracking links, monitor performance in real time, and view detailed analytics from a simple dashboard. The setup process is straightforward, even for users without technical expertise.

Cons

Some advanced features can take time to learn, and the pricing may feel a bit high for small businesses or individual users. I would also like to see more customization options in certain reporting features.

Review Source

AK

Aryan K.  
CEO  
Media Production  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Great product, great service 4.9/5 "

April 24, 2026

5.0

4.9/5. Product improvement is continuous. The pricing is slightly on the higher side, but the good customer service kind of makes up for it.

Pros

Exceptionally good service. \[sensitive content hidden\] from the support team will respond quickly and solve whatever problem you have, however arcane it is.

Cons

There is no provision to track the individual person who clicked on a link. Clicks should be carried forward if unused.

Review Source

Response from Linkly

April 27, 2026

Thank you for the kind words!

DS

David S.  
Director  
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Flexible pricing model that works well for growing organisations"

May 19, 2026

5.0

Our overall experience with Linkly has been very positive. We use to support of SaaS offer to manage survey links, QR codes, and engagement tracking for workplace travel surveys across multiple organisations. Setup is straightforward, the interface is clean and easy to manage, and the analytics give us the visibility we need. The pricing structure is much better aligned to our use case than other providers we looked at and used to use, particularly because it’s based on clicks rather than the number of links created.

Pros

The pricing model was a big reason we switched to Linkly. We manage lots of survey links and QR codes for different organisations and worksites, so being charged based on total clicks rather than the number of active links makes far more sense for us operationally. The platform is also simple to use, reliable, and provides useful analytics for tracking engagement. The free click allowance during quieter months is a genuinely helpful feature as well.

Cons

There’s not much we dislike. Some additional reporting/export options and deeper analytics breakdowns could be useful as we continue to scale usage, but overall the platform has worked very well for our needs.

Review Source

RG

Rhona G.  
CSR  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "User-Friendly Platform with Helpful Analytics"

June 4, 2026

5.0

My overall experience with Linkly was positive. The platform was easy to navigate, reliable, and helped simplify link management and tracking. Its intuitive interface made it easy to get started, and the available features were useful for monitoring performance and improving efficiency. Overall, it was a helpful tool that met my needs and provided a smooth user experience.

Pros

I liked how easy Linkly was to use. The platform is intuitive, reliable, and makes link management and tracking straightforward and efficient.

Cons

I did not encounter any major issues with Linkly. However, additional customization and more detailed analytics would further enhance the user experience.

Review Source

JA

Joseph A.  
Owner  
Consumer Services  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Flawless tracking without the headache."

August 20, 2026

5.0

t skips the nonsense and delivers exactly what it promises—clean, actionable data. It handles everything from branded short links to custom QR codes flawlessly, making it a reliable powerhouse for tracking marketing links. You don't need a Ph.D. in analytics to figure it out; it just works, keeps the data organized, and lets you get back to running your business.

Pros

The tracking abilities are undeniably the best feature. It gives you real-time breakdowns of every click by location, device, and referrer without making you dig through a bloated interface. The automatic bot filtering is a massive plus because it keeps your data clean from click-fraud and scrapers. It is a straightforward, heavy-hitting tool for managing campaigns, setting up geo-redirects, and appending UTM tags without breaking a sweat.

Cons

The free tier gives you a solid 500 clicks per month, but if a campaign suddenly takes off, you will hit that cap quickly and need to upgrade to keep the tracking active.

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