Dub

Link attribution platform that unifies short links, real-time analytics, and affiliate program management in one place.

Overview

Dub is a link attribution platform that unifies short links, real-time analytics, and affiliate program management in one place. It enables teams to create branded short links with advanced features like QR codes, device/geo-targeting, and A/B testing, while tracking customer journeys from first click to final sale.

The platform is built on enterprise-grade infrastructure that handles hundreds of millions of links and events monthly. It includes powerful conversion tracking, real-time analytics, and partner management tools with automated global payouts and customizable commission structures. Dub also offers native SDKs for TypeScript, Python, Go, PHP, and Ruby, plus real-time webhooks for programmatic integration.

Key features

Branded short links with QR codes
Device and geo-targeting
A/B testing and deep linking
Real-time conversion tracking
Affiliate program management
Automated global payouts
Custom reward structures
REST API and native SDKs
Real-time webhooks
Advanced analytics dashboard

Pros

Enterprise-grade infrastructure handling hundreds of millions of events
Comprehensive feature set without bloat
Native SDKs for multiple languages
Real-time analytics and webhooks
Seamless affiliate program management with tax compliance
Embedded referral dashboard for product-led growth

Cons

Payout limits on lower-tier plans ($2.5K-$15K monthly)
Advanced features require higher-tier plans
Learning curve for complex reward structures

Use this if

You need to track marketing attribution across multiple channels, manage affiliate or referral programs at scale, or require real-time conversion analytics with advanced link customization.

Skip this if

You only need basic URL shortening without analytics, or you require a completely free solution without trial limitations.

Best for

Marketing teams tracking campaign attributionAffiliate and referral program managementContent creators monetizing audiencesStartups and enterprises scaling partnershipsTeams needing real-time conversion analytics

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