Building Cuttly: from a shortener to a marketing hub with QR, surveys, and analytics
I started Cuttly as a small side project - just a fast URL shortener. I wanted something simple to share links, track clicks, and see what worked.
But over time I realized people wanted more than just short links. They needed tools to manage their entire link ecosystem: branded domains, QR codes, bio pages, surveys, and analytics - all in one place.
Today Cuttly helps creators, marketers, and businesses build trust and measure engagement. It includes:
Branded short links with custom domains
Dynamic QR codes with logos and color themes
Link-in-bio pages with tracking
Surveys for quick feedback
Campaign and aggregated analytics
REST API and CSV import for automation
I’ve built it as a solo founder - no investors, no marketing team, just continuous iteration and user feedback.
It’s been challenging but rewarding to see people use Cuttly for everything from QR campaigns on packaging to influencer analytics.
I’d love to connect with other founders or developers building data-driven SaaS tools and hear your thoughts on what features are most valuable in link or campaign management.
