Practical guide · Self-hosted B2B software
Self-hosted Bitly alternative without a monthly subscription
Which lightweight alternative is enough when you only need your own short links and click counts?
The actual decision
Count link clicks privately on your own server
Large link platforms include many marketing features small teams rarely use. LinkTrack focuses on redirects, time ranges and totals, running on your own server for a one-time price.
When it fits
A focused tool is useful when…
- You count campaign or proposal links separately.
- You want your own domain rather than third-party branding.
- Totals and time trends are sufficient.
- You do not want monthly per-link or per-user charges.
What the workflow looks like
useful click counts without an external tracking stack or visitor profiles.
Create redirect links and count visits on your own server, without cookies, fingerprints or stored IP addresses.
- Install: Upload the PHP application to your HTTPS hosting and run the guided setup.
- Configure: Set your company name, branding and the options needed for this workflow.
- Use: Share the generated link and keep the result in your own installation.
Honest limits
LinkTrack is intentionally not a large platform.
A small tool is only a good purchase if its boundaries match the task.
- You need comprehensive advertising attribution across many channels.
- You want to build visitor profiles or retargeting audiences.
- You cannot run your own PHP installation.
Costs and operation
19 € one time, no required subscription.
The licence covers one productive installation. Source code and documentation are included. Hosting, backups, updates and lawful operation remain under your control.
Before you decide
Three useful checks.
Will it run on my hosting?
The tools require PHP 8.2+, MySQL or MariaDB, HTTPS and Apache or Nginx. Use the free PHP upload-limit checker for a first configuration check.
Is installation included?
The licence includes instructions and a guided installer. Optional installation assistance is available from €49 after we have checked the server access and scope.
Who may purchase?
The current online offer is exclusively for companies and self-employed professionals purchasing for business purposes.