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Dub vs Shlink
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| Fact | Dub | Shlink |
|---|---|---|
| Language | TypeScript | PHP |
| Licence | Other | MIT |
| Stars | 25k | 5.3k |
| Latest | none | v5.1.7 |
| Last push | 2026-10-06 | 2026-09-21 |
| Release cadence | too few releases | about 10 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 6+ commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 1 commit author on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | No release or tag | none |
How they relate
Both replace Bitly. Alternatives to Bitly →
Full replacementDubShort links on custom domains, analytics and QR codes.
Full replacementShlinkShort links on your domains with visit stats, a REST API and a separate web client.
Dub
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Shlink
unsigned The latest release, v5.1.7, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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