Short.io Free plan

Short.io is a link shortener for branded links, with custom domains and click analytics. Its Free plan includes 1,000 branded links and 5 custom domains.

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Short.io Free plan is a marketing and sales perk from Short.io, offering a free plan (1,000 branded links), with no funding required.

Value: Free plan
Who qualifies: No funding needed
Benefit type: Free plan
Terms: Verified

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What you get

Inside Short.io Free plan

The Free plan includes 1,000 branded links, 5 custom domains and 1 user. Branded link limits are issued once and can be used over the account lifetime. Tracked clicks are limited to 50,000 a month on Free, with 10 MB of storage. No credit card is required to sign up, and the Hobby plan is $5 a month.

Source: The provider's official program page

Eligibility

Who it's for

Free plan Any startup

Funding / backing: No funding needed
Geography: Global
Recurring / expiry: Free plan, upgraded only when you need to.
Other requirements: The Free plan is limited to 1 user, 1,000 branded links over the account lifetime and 50,000 tracked clicks a month.

How to claim

How to apply for Short.io Free plan

Steps to apply

1Sign up free on short.io.
2No credit card is needed.

Good to know: Plans read on short.io/pricing on October 28, 2026.

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Source: The provider's official program page

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Questions

Short.io Free plan: common questions

Is Short.io free?

Yes, Short.io can be used for free. Free plan (1,000 branded links). As stated on Short.io's own page, linked on this page.

Who qualifies for Short.io Free plan?

Short.io Free plan is open to any startup, with no funding required. The Free plan is limited to 1 user, 1,000 branded links over the account lifetime and 50,000 tracked clicks a month.

Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get Short.io Free plan?

No. Short.io Free plan is open to any startup that meets the stated criteria, no investor or accelerator backing required.

How do I apply for Short.io Free plan?

How long do I have to use Short.io Free plan, and does it expire?

Free plan, upgraded only when you need to.

Is Short.io Free plan available outside the US?

Short.io Free plan is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.

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