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API-first link shortener built for AI agents.

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API-first link shortener built for AI agents
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Costly for high usage
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First-party MCP server

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Overview

tny.dev is an API-first link shortener designed for AI agents.

One of the key features of tny.dev is its ease of integration and flexibility, offering both a one-click install for casual users through Claude Desktop and a npm package for developers seeking full control over their MCP config.

Users have the capability to shorten links using natural language commands, and the tool also supports custom domains. For users seeking insightful data, the tool provides real-time click insights.

Its real-world use cases range from content creation, where AI agents automatically shorten URLs in social media posts, newsletters, blog content, to analytics reporting and bulk operations for processing multiple URLs at once. Furthermore, the tool provides options for custom slug and domain ID usage.


I built TNY.dev on three principles:

- Terminal-First, Not Tab-First
- Built for AI Agents (with first class MCP & Claude DXT support)
- Priced Like a Utility: $0 or $9/month


On GitHub here: https://github.com/specstoryai/tnydev-mcp

No usage tiers: Unlimited links
No feature gates when you upgrade: Everything is included Custom Domains, Slugs, Webhooks
No upsells: We won't "scale with you"
Edge infrastructure: Sub-50ms redirects globally

The philosophy is "Built to Be Outgrown"

We expect you to leave us.

When you need "enterprise features" beyond the basics graduate to something bigger. We'll celebrate. That's success.

We're the disposable camera of SaaS. Perfect for right now, memorable for what we enabled, graceful in our obsolescence.

P.S. If you're from Bitly or another competitor and reading this nothing personal. You built a great product. I just think it should cost $9.
  • Cursor Mcp Integration
  • Claude Mcp Integration
  • Api
  • Qr Code Generation For Products, Services And Locations
  • Custom Domains
  • Custom Slugs
  • Webhooks
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Short scenarios where tny.dev tends to shine.

  • API-first link shortener built for AI agents.

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Access & connections

Where you can use tny.dev, and what it plugs into.

Platforms

Web

Integrations

Webhooks GitHub MCP

Capabilities

What this tool accepts, produces, and is strongest at.

Input

  • API
  • Text

Output

  • API
  • Text
  • Image

Highlights

  • MCP

Supported features

  • MCP

Pros & cons

Pros

  • First-party MCP server
  • Integration with Claude, Cursor
  • One-click installation option
  • npm package availability
  • Link shortening using natural language
  • Supports custom domains
  • Provides real-time click data
  • Provides insights
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  • Useful in content creation
  • Relevant for social media
  • Helpful in newsletters, blogs
  • Useful for analytics reporting
  • Handles bulk operations
  • Allows multiple URLs processing
  • Option for custom slug
  • Option for Domain ID usage
  • Open-source foundation
  • Trusted infrastructure
  • 500 links/hour for $9/month
  • Includes advanced analytics
  • Includes powerful API
  • MIT License
  • Desktop extension available
  • Choice of installation methods
  • Shows link analytics for campaigns
  • Supports modification and extension
  • Lists all shortened links
  • Provides version control
  • TypeScript for type safety
  • Enterprise-grade reliability
  • Developer-friendly
  • Allows running from source
  • Create account for API key
  • Globally installable npm package
  • Customizable with optional environment variables
  • Compatible with any MCP client
  • Supports link collections organization

Cons

  • Limited to MCP clients
  • Relies on natural language
  • API key required
  • Non-obvious advanced configuration
  • Costly for high usage
  • Custom configuration needed
  • Limited custom domain options
  • Sparse documentation
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  • No support for other languages

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Releases 1

Initial release July 26, 2025 Current
Initial release of tny.dev.

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Jake Levirne Jul 28, 2025 v@ initial release

The link analytics on tny.dev are top-notch. It's genuinely useful to see when your link is getting clicked on and where those clicks are coming from. It's fast and easy; I love how I can instantly see how links are performing, without having to dig through bloated dashboards. perfect for quick decisions and clean reporting.

What really sets tny.dev apart, though, is the developer. I shared a bit of feedback, not expecting much, and was blown away by the responsiveness. Not only was my feedback acknowledged, but critical feedback on improving the API made its way into the next update. That level of care is rare and makes me feel like I’m part of the product’s evolution.

Highly recommend for anyone who values clean, actionable link analytics and a dev who actually listens.

Sean Johnson Jul 28, 2025 v@ initial release

So many SaaS offerings need rethought to be AI/agent first. And the new thinking really start with the simplicity and appropriate costs needed for the "user" being an agent. tny.dev is really a master class in this new thought process. If you need link shortening, it's completely solved here. I've been using it with Claude Desktop, and Claude just "gets" this MCP server, and its free at the relatively infrequent rate I use it. The analytics are awesome and simple to understand. They are the key feature for me.

FAQ 12

What is tny.dev?
tny.dev is an API-first link shortener specifically designed for AI agents.
How does tny.dev work as an API-first link shortener?
tny.dev works by shortening links via natural language commands. These commands, processed by the AI agents, are executed through the tny.dev API, making it an API-first link shortener.
How do AI agents like Claude and Cursor integrate with tny.dev?
AI agents like Claude and Cursor integrate with tny.dev as it acts as a first-party MCP server for them. They send natural language commands to shorten URLs, and tny.dev executes these requests.
What does it mean that tny.dev acts as a first-party MCP server?
First-party MCP server means that tny.dev is a server that is primarily designed and controlled by the same organisation that it serves. Thus, it's able to smoothly integrate with numerous AI assistants like Claude and Cursor, making commands and requests efficient.
What are the installation options for tny.dev?
tny.dev offers three installation options: a one-click installation for casual users, an npm package for developers seeking full configurability, and the option to run from source or fork for power users.
What is the one-click installation feature of tny.dev?
The one-click installation feature of tny.dev is a simplicity-oriented feature that offers the easiest setup. With this, there is no need for terminal usage and it includes auto updates as well.
Can I have full configuration control if I choose the npm package for tny.dev?
Yes, by choosing the npm package for tny.dev, developers gain full control over configuration, making it a suitable choice for those who need precise customization.
How can users use natural language commands in tny.dev?
Users can employ natural language commands in tny.dev by simply asking their AI assistant, like Claude or Cursor, to shorten a particular URL.
Can tny.dev support custom domains?
Indeed, tny.dev does support custom domains. It gives users the option to input a domain ID for custom domain usage.
What insights does tny.dev offer about my links?
tny.dev provides real-time click data and insights for your links. This offers users a means to gather analytical data without leaving their AI conversation.
How is tny.dev used in content creation?
In content creation, AI agents use tny.dev to automatically shorten URLs directly in social media posts, newsletters, and blog content.
Does tny.dev provide analytics reporting for links?
Absolutely, tny.dev can provide you with real-time analytics reporting for all your shortened links.
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