Quick answer: Yes. The Bitly mobile app is called Bitly: Link Shortener, it's free to download for Android and iOS, and it's built for creating, sharing, and checking clicks on short links while you're out and about. QR Codes, Bitly Pages, and detailed analytics live at bitly.com in your browser.
We sure do. This article covers how to install the app, what you can do in it, and what to use bitly.com for instead.
In this article:
- How to install the Bitly mobile app
- What you can do in the mobile app
- What to use bitly.com for
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Frequently asked questions
How to install the Bitly mobile app
The app is free to download and works on phones and tablets. You'll log in with the same Bitly account you use at bitly.com.
On an Android phone or tablet
- Open Google Play.
- Search for Bitly: Link Shortener.
- Tap Install.
- Open the app and log in to your Bitly account.
On an iPhone or iPad
- Open the App Store.
- Search for Bitly: Link Shortener.
- Tap Get.
- Open the app and log in to your Bitly account.
What you can do in the mobile app
The app is focused on short links, so you can handle quick link work without opening a browser. In the app, you can:
- Create short links, including a custom back-half or a custom domain if your plan includes them
- Share links by text, email, or social media without leaving the app
- Reuse recent links from your list of recently created links
- Check click counts to see how a link is performing
- Preview where a link goes before you tap it, whether or not you're logged in
- For step-by-step help, see How do I share links from the mobile app?
What to use bitly.com for
Some parts of the Bitly aren't in the mobile app.
Log in at bitly.com to:
- Create and customize QR Codes
- Build and edit Bitly Pages
- View detailed analytics beyond click counts
Frequently asked questions
Is the Bitly mobile app free?
Yes. The app is free to download and use with any Bitly account. Features that come with a paid plan, such as custom domains, are available in the app when your plan includes them. See the Bitly pricing page to compare plans.
Can I create QR Codes in the Bitly mobile app?
No. QR Code creation happens at bitly.com. You can open bitly.com in your phone's browser and create a QR Code there.
Can I see all of my analytics in the app?
The app shows click counts so you can spot how a link is doing. For detailed analytics, log in at bitly.com.