GoloLink vs TinyURL
TinyURL Alternative for YouTube Creators: GoloLink vs TinyURL
TinyURL makes a link short in seconds, and its paid tiers add solid general-purpose analytics. GoloLink keeps that simplicity but ties every link to the video it's placed in, so you see clicks per upload instead of one running total - even on the free plan.
Verified September 9, 2026
At a glance
TinyURL
- Best for
- You want dead-simple, instantly recognizable link shortening for the occasional link outside your YouTube workflow, with no creator-specific setup.
- Starting price
- See site
- Free plan
- See site
- Standout
- One of the most recognizable and trusted link-shortening brands
- Limitation
- No per-video attribution - a link's clicks aren't broken out by which YouTube video sent them
GoloLink
- Best for
- YouTube creators who reuse links across uploads
- Starting price
- Free
- Free plan
- Yes - 10 videos / 25 links
- Standout
- Per-video click attribution
- Limitation
- No public API or team invites yet
TinyURL vs GoloLink: video attribution
TinyURL reports link-level clicks. GoloLink attributes each placement to the upload it lives in.
Why per-video attribution matters
Reusing the same affiliate or product link across several videos blends performance into one total. GoloLink tags each description placement so you can see which upload still converts.
GoloLink vs TinyURL
| Feature | TinyURL | GoloLink |
|---|---|---|
| Features | ||
| Custom short domain (Pro/Bulk tiers) | Creator plan | |
| Custom short URL alias | ||
| QR codes | ||
| API access | No public API | |
| Bulk link creation (Bulk tier) | Channel import only | |
| Detailed click analytics (country/device/browser) | ||
| Detailed analytics on the free plan | – | |
| Browser extension | – | |
| Per-video click attribution | – | |
| Dead-link monitoring | – | |
Features
Custom short domain (Pro/Bulk tiers)
Custom short URL alias
QR codes
API access
Bulk link creation (Bulk tier)
Detailed click analytics (country/device/browser)
Detailed analytics on the free plan
Browser extension
Per-video click attribution
Dead-link monitoring
Pricing
Compare list prices and free tiers. Confirm live plans on each vendor site.
TinyURL
See TinyURL's pricing page for current plans - we do not invent numbers here.
Pricing changes often - verify on the competitor's site.
Pricing as of 2026-09-09.
GoloLink
Free plan with up to 10 videos and up to 25 unique links, full per-video attribution, and unlimited clicks. Paid plans scale video/link limits and unlock CSV export, custom domains, Bio Pages, and Growth-only features like dead-link monitoring.
- Freeup to 10 videos; up to 25 unique links; Smart Picks included; no Bio page$0
- CreatorHigher video/link caps; CSV export; 1 custom domain(s)See /pricing
- GrowthUnlimited scale; Bio Pages; dead-link monitoring; app redirects; in-app-browser escapeSee /pricing
Exact paid prices and live quotas are on /pricing and can change. Feature flags follow the plan table.
Pricing as of 2026-10-17.
Who should stay vs switch
Stay with TinyURL if
- One of the most recognizable and trusted link-shortening brands
- Extremely simple, fast link creation with no learning curve
- Custom alias support for branded-looking links, even on the free plan
- Detailed analytics on paid tiers - country/region, device, OS, browser, referrer
Switch to GoloLink if
- No per-video attribution - a link's clicks aren't broken out by which YouTube video sent them
- Detailed analytics require a paid tier - the free plan only gets a raw click count
- You want a free plan with per-video attribution from day one
How to switch from TinyURL
No automated import — most creators scan their channel, recreate active links, and swap URLs gradually.
List the TinyURL links you still use
Export or copy the destinations (and click totals if you want a baseline) from TinyURL. Focus on links that still appear in video descriptions, bios, or Smart Pick-style pages.
Scan your YouTube channel in GoloLink
Paste your channel URL on the homepage - GoloLink finds product and affiliate links already in your descriptions so you are not starting from a blank sheet.
Recreate active links and tag each to a video
There is no automated one-click import today. Recreate the links you still need, tag each placement to the upload it lives in, and use custom aliases where branding matters.
Swap URLs gradually and keep both running
Update live and upcoming videos first. Keep TinyURL links alive on old uploads until you have swapped every reference - nothing breaks on signup day.
Who this comparison is for
YouTubers
See which upload actually drives clicks, not just which one got the most views.
Affiliate marketers
Know which specific video sends affiliate clicks instead of one blended total.
Review channels
Compare click performance across every product review you've published.
Tech creators
Track gear and software links across dozens of videos without losing which one converts.
Finance creators
Attribute every tool or offer link back to the exact video that sent the click.
Course creators
See which lesson or promo video actually drives enrollments, not just watch time.
Frequently asked questions
Sources: TinyURL website; TinyURL (primary). Feature details verified 2026-09-09.
Plans
Core tracking on every plan, including Free.
Pick a plan when you outgrow Free - domains, exports and more capacity unlock as you grow.
In every plan, including Free
Free
No credit card needed
- Up to 25 unique links
- Track up to 10 videos
- Unlimited clicks
- Up to 10 Smart Pick pages
- 1 Bio page
Creator
or $90/year - 2 months free
- Up to 250 unique links
- Track up to 100 videos
- Unlimited clicks
- Up to 100 Smart Pick pages
- 1 Bio page
Growth
Recommendedor $190/year - 2 months free
- Unlimited links
- Unlimited videos
- Unlimited clicks
- Unlimited Smart Pick pages
- 1 Bio page
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