Sink alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data
Common reasons people leave Sink: tied to Cloudflare's platform, and no hosted version or support. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Sink, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Shlink currently ranks first.
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Best Sink alternative for most people
ShlinkSelf-host on any server or container platform, not just Cloudflare.
Best Sink alternative for a free plan you can upgrade
DubOpen source with a hosted service if you'd rather not deploy.
Best Sink alternative for self-hosting
ShlinkSelf-host on any server or container platform, not just Cloudflare.
Best Sink alternative for working in the browser
ShlinkSelf-host on any server or container platform, not just Cloudflare.
Sink alternatives: common questions
What is the best alternative to Sink?
Shlink ranks first right now. Self-host on any server or container platform, not just Cloudflare. Dub and Kutt follow it in our ranking.
Is there a free alternative to Sink?
Yes. Shlink (open source), Dub (free plan + paid), Kutt (open source) and YOURLS (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.
Is there an open-source alternative to Sink?
Yes: Shlink, Dub, Kutt and YOURLS. Shlink, Dub and Kutt can also be self-hosted.
Why do people switch from Sink?
The complaints we hear most: tied to Cloudflare's platform; no hosted version or support; requires some developer setup.
How is this list ranked?
Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Sink, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.