Dub.co Link Checker — Reveal & Expand Dub.co Short URLs
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Instantly unshorten and preview any Dub.co or dub.sh short link — instantly see the real destination, no account needed.
What Are Dub.co Short Links?
Dub.co is a modern, open-source URL shortener built for developers and marketers. It supports custom domains, real-time analytics, and API-first link management. Dub links can use the dub.co, dub.sh, or go.dub.co domains — or a custom branded domain for Dub.co Pro customers. Known for its clean interface and developer-friendly API, Dub.co has gained strong adoption among tech-forward teams and open-source communities.
How to identify a Dub.co link
- Dub.co default links use dub.co or dub.sh as the domain
- Developer and API users often set up custom domains (e.g. go.yourapp.com) through Dub
- Dub links typically have short, random or custom slugs after the domain
- You may see go.dub.co/... links from official Dub.co communications and campaigns
When to Use This Tool
Developer tool or API link shared with you?
Dub.co is popular with developer communities. If someone shared a dub.sh link in a GitHub issue, Discord, or newsletter, reveal the destination to confirm it's the resource you expect.
Open-source project links
Many open-source projects use Dub.co to track link clicks in READMEs or documentation. Use our tool to see the full URL destination behind these tracking links.
Checking Dub.co API-generated links
If your team or a partner uses Dub.co's API to create links programmatically, you can verify any generated link points to the correct endpoint before going live.
Dub.co vs clik.so — Full Feature Comparison
See how Dub.co stacks up against clik.so across every feature that matters.
| Feature | clik.so | Bitly | Dub.co | TinyURL | Rebrandly | Short.io | Switchy | Bl.ink | Cutt.ly | T.LY | Replug | Sniply |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price (Monthly) | $7 / mo | $10 / mo | $30 / mo | $16 / mo | $14 / mo | $5 / mo | $47 / mo | $48 / mo | $12 / mo | $5 / mo | $19 / mo | $9 / mo |
| Price (Annual) | $60 / yr | $120 / yr | $324 / yr | $120 / yr | $132 / yr | $50 / yr | $468 / yr | $576 / yr (no discount) | $132 / yr | $55 / yr | $108 / yr | $90 / yr |
| Link Volume | 500 / month | 100 / month | 1,000 / month | 250 / month | 250 / month | 2,500 Total | Unlimited | 10,000 Active | 300 / month | 500 / month | 1,000 / month | 250 / month |
| Custom Domains | 2 included | 0 (Need Growth) | 10 Included | 3 Included | 2 Included | 7 Included | 2 Included | 1 Included | 1 Included | 1 Included | 5 Included | 1 Included |
| Tracked Clicks | 20,000 / month | Unlimited | 50,000 / mo | Unlimited | 10,000 / mo | 100,000 / mo | 10,000 / mo | 7,500 / link | Unlimited | Unlimited | 10,000 / mo | Unlimited (impressions metered) |
| Analytics | Advanced + AI | Basic | Full | Full | Basic | Basic | Full | Basic | Basic | Basic | Basic | Basic |
| Password Protection | Login-required links | |||||||||||
| Data Retention | 90 Days | 30 Days | 1 Year | Not disclosed | Not disclosed | 26 Months | Not disclosed | Lifetime of link | 30 Days | Not disclosed | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Custom Back-Half | ||||||||||||
| QR Codes | Unlimited | 5 / mo | Unlimited | Unlimited | 250 / mo | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited | 1 Fixed Style | 500 / mo | 100 / mo | Not tier-limited |
| QR Customization | Logo & Color (All Plans) | Colors & Patterns | Advanced (Logo/Color) | Not confirmed | Logo & Color (Essentials+) | Advanced | Not confirmed | Enterprise Only (Logo) | Fixed Style Only | Color & Logo | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Link Expiration | ||||||||||||
| Geo-Targeting | Pro plan ($15+) | Need Professional ($32+) | Country-level | |||||||||
| Device Targeting | Pro plan ($15+) | |||||||||||
| UTM Builder | ||||||||||||
| A/B Testing | Pro plan ($15+) | |||||||||||
| Team Seats | 2 Users | 1 User | 3 Users | 1 User | No teammates | 1 User | 1 User | 1 User | 1 User | 1 User | 1 User | 1 User |
| API Access | Limited | Yes (600/min) | Yes (10,000/mo) | |||||||||
| AI Features | Basic (Bitly Assist) | AI credits (1,000/mo) | Scheduling only | AI slug generation | ||||||||
| Self-Host / On-Premise |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I reveal where a Dub.co link goes?
Paste the dub.co or dub.sh link into the checker above and click "Reveal URL". Our tool follows all server-side redirects and shows you the final destination URL.
Is Dub.co safe to use?
Dub.co itself is a reputable platform. However, the platform can be used by anyone — so a dub.sh link from an unknown source should always be verified before clicking.
What is the difference between dub.co and dub.sh?
dub.sh is Dub.co's default short domain for free links. dub.co is the product's main website. Pro users can connect their own custom domain instead of using dub.sh.
How does Dub.co compare to clik.so?
Dub.co is developer-first and open-source — great for technical teams who want to self-host. clik.so is designed to be powerful yet accessible for marketing and business teams, adding AI features, QR codes, and a polished dashboard at a competitive price.
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