Free URL Shortener.
Custom Domain for $5/mo.
Start shortening URLs for free today. When you're ready for go.yourcompany.com, upgrade to Pro for $5/month.
No credit card to start. SSL auto-provisioned. Cheaper than every major alternative.
What's free, what's paid
Custom domain is the only thing behind the paywall — everything else is free
| Feature | Free | Pro — $5/mo |
|---|---|---|
| Short links (urlyte.com) | ||
| Branded namespaces | 2 | 10 |
| Click analytics | ||
| QR codes | ||
| Custom domain (go.yours.com) | — | |
| Auto SSL for custom domain | — | |
| Direct links | 10 | 100 |
| Price | Free forever | $5/month |
Everything you get for free
Free planforever
- 2 branded namespaces (e.g., /yourcompany/)
- 10 shortcodes per namespace
- 10 direct short links (urlyte.com/abc12)
- Click analytics on all links
- QR codes on all links
- No credit card required
Pro plan$5/month
- Everything in free, plus:
- 1 custom domain (go.yourdomain.com)
- 10 namespaces
- 100 shortcodes per namespace
- 100 direct short links
- Auto SSL on custom domain
Cheapest custom domain URL shortener
No tool offers custom domains for less than URLyte
Bitly
$8/mo
Rebrandly
$13/mo
Short.io
$9/mo
URLyte
Lowest price$5/mo
Prices as of 2025. Custom domain requires verified DNS setup on all platforms.
From free to custom domain in 5 minutes
- 1
Create free account
Sign up with email — no credit card. Get 2 namespaces and 10 direct links immediately.
- 2
Try the free plan
Create branded links like urlyte.com/yourcompany/demo. See analytics and QR codes.
- 3
Upgrade to Pro for $5/mo
Unlock custom domain. Enter go.yourcompany.com in your dashboard settings.
- 4
Add 2 DNS records
One CNAME and one TXT record in your DNS provider. Takes 2 minutes with Cloudflare, GoDaddy, or any provider.
- 5
SSL auto-provisioned
URLyte detects your DNS, provisions SSL automatically. Your custom domain is live within minutes.
Common questions
Is the free plan really free forever?
Yes. The free plan has no time limit. You get 2 namespaces, 10 shortcodes each, 10 direct links, analytics, and QR codes for free indefinitely. No trial period.
Do I need a credit card to sign up?
No. Sign up with just your email. Credit card is only required when you choose to upgrade to Pro or Business.
Can I test custom domains before paying?
Custom domains require Pro ($5/mo). The free plan uses urlyte.com/yournamespace/ for branded links — which works well for many use cases.
What DNS records do I need to add?
Two records: a CNAME (e.g., go.yourcompany.com → redirect.urlyte.com) and a TXT record (_urlyte.go.yourcompany.com → your verification token). Instructions are in the dashboard.
Can I cancel the Pro plan anytime?
Yes. Cancel from your dashboard at any time. Your custom domain stays active until the end of the billing period, then reverts. Existing links keep working for 30 days after downgrade.
Start free. Add your domain when ready.
No credit card. No time limit. Upgrade to Pro for $5/month to unlock your custom domain.
Create free account — no card needed