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Shortly (or Shortly by SwiftLink)

Modern URL shortener with QR codes & real-time analytics

Search, browsers & utilities
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  1. Launches Shortly (or Shortly by SwiftLink) launched on Product Hunt

Among 2,610 Search, browsers & utilities products tracked by Astracia.

  • Top 5% of Search, browsers & utilities products by launches Launches tracked: #36 of 2,610

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About the startup

Swift Link (Shortly) is an all-in-one URL shortener designed to transform simple links into powerful growth channels. It allows users to create branded short links with custom domains, generate customizable QR codes, and track audience engagement using real-time analytics. Packed with features like password-protected links, UTM parameter builders, custom slugs, and a full developer API, Swift Link offers a complete link management platform for creators, marketers, and developers.

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