A TinyURL alternative with analytics and file sharing built in
TinyURL is one of the oldest, most recognizable link shorteners, and its free plan is genuinely useful for a one-off link. Once you need real analytics, password protection or a way to share files (not just URLs), Smoling covers that on its Free plan too.
Pricing and features last verified August 26, 2026
Feature Comparison
Smoling vs TinyURL
| Feature | Smoling | TinyURL |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | $0/mo — 20 links & files/month | $0/mo — permanent links No custom domain or analytics dashboard on TinyURL Free |
| Starting paid plan | $8/mo (Pro), $4/mo billed yearly | Paid tier (price varies) Adds custom domains, link analytics and API access — verify current pricing on TinyURL's site |
| File-sharing links (upload files, get a short link) | ||
| Password-protected links | All plans, including Free | Not offered as a native TinyURL feature |
| Link expiry & click limits | All plans, including Free | Not offered as a native TinyURL feature |
| Click analytics dashboard | All plans, including Free | Paid plans only |
| Custom domain | 3 domains (Pro), 5 (Growth) | Paid plans only |
| QR codes | All plans | All plans |
| Public API | Paid plans Real gap: Smoling has no public API today |
Who should still use TinyURL
You just need a single quick, permanent redirect with zero signup friction.
You already rely on TinyURL's API for bulk or automated link creation.
Where Smoling is weaker
No public API — TinyURL offers one on its paid plans; Smoling does not have one today.
TinyURL has a longer track record and broader name recognition for simple one-off links.
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