Native Integration
Bitly and Microsoft Edge Integration
Create branded short links and QR Codes directly from your browser. Track every click and scan to understand what drives engagement.
What you can do with Bitly and Microsoft Edge
- Shorten any URL into a branded link without leaving your current tab.
- Generate Dynamic QR Codes for pages you visit and share them instantly.
- Access click and scan analytics to measure campaign performance in real time.
- Organize links by campaign or project to keep your work streamlined.
- Apply UTM parameters automatically to track traffic sources across channels.
How Bitly works with Microsoft Edge
Native integration
The Bitly extension for Microsoft Edge connects directly to your Bitly account. Create, customize, and track links from any webpage in seconds.
- Generate short links and QR Codes from your browser toolbar with one click.
- View recent link performance without switching to another tab.
- Sync all links automatically with your Bitly dashboard for centralized management.
How to get started
Getting started with Bitly and Microsoft Edge takes just a few minutes.
Create a free Bitly account or sign in to your existing account.
Install the Bitly extension from the Microsoft Edge Add-ons store.
Shorten your first link by clicking the Bitly icon in your browser toolbar.
Common use cases
Social sharing
Shorten links before posting to social media to keep your content clean and trackable.
Email campaigns
Create branded links for newsletters and track which recipients engage with your content.
Content research
Save and shorten reference URLs while browsing, then share them with your team.
Event promotion
Generate QR Codes for registration pages and embed them in digital or printed materials.
Who this is for
Marketing teams
Quickly create trackable links for campaigns and measure engagement across channels.
Content creators
Share branded links in bios, posts, and videos to build recognition and monitor reach.
Sales professionals
Track when prospects click your shared resources to time follow-ups effectively.
Operations managers
Standardize link creation across teams and maintain a centralized library of assets.
Limitations and considerations
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Some advanced features, such as bulk link creation and custom domains, require a paid Bitly plan.
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Analytics data may take a few minutes to reflect recent clicks and scans.
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The extension requires you to be signed in to your Bitly account to function.
Bitly and Microsoft Edge integration FAQs
Other integrations and workflows
More than a link shortener
Knowing how your clicks and scans are performing should be as easy as making them. Track, analyze, and optimize all your connections in one place.
