Shlink: Professional URL Shortening Platform
Shlink is an open-source, self-hosted URL shortening solution built with PHP, offering developers and organizations complete control over their short URL infrastructure.
Key Features
- Self-hosted Solution: Deploy via distribution files or Docker containers
- Flexible URL Management: Generate random short codes or create custom slugs
- Analytics & Tracking: Collect anonymized visit statistics and geolocation data
- Multiple Interfaces:
- REST API for programmatic access
- CLI interface for command-line operations
- Progressive Web App for user interaction
Technical Stack
- Built on modern PHP technologies including Mezzio, Doctrine, and Symfony
- MIT licensed and hosted on Github
- Container-ready with Docker support
Use Cases
- Marketing campaign tracking
- Social media link management
- Email campaign analytics
- Enterprise URL shortening needs
- Custom branded short URLs
