# Lua.sh: Free Open Source Alternative to Rebrandly, Short.io, TinyURL

Canonical: https://caniforkit.com/fork/lua-sh
Last updated: 2026-11-07

Lua.sh (Open Source, Open Source) replaces Rebrandly, Short.io, TinyURL. Open-source platform for creating shortened URLs with advanced analytics, custom domains, and API integration for marketing and development teams.

## Tool Specifications
- **Tool Name**: Lua.sh
- **Type**: Open Source Project
- **License**: Open Source
- **Official Website**: https://www.lua.sh/
- **GitHub Repository**: https://github.com/luadotsh/lua
- **GitHub Stars**: ★ 344
- **Runs On**: Self-host
- **Maintenance Status**: nov 2026
- **Platforms**: web, self-hosted, docker to self-host
- **Data Storage**: All application data and configuration live on your own server or local database.
- **Installation**: Clone https://github.com/luadotsh/lua or deploy with Docker Compose
- **Setup Requirements**: Deploy via Docker or binary release from GitHub and configure environment variables.
- **The Catch / Limitation**: Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed Rebrandly.

## Paid SaaS Applications Replaced (3)
Replacing these paid tools with Lua.sh saves up to $45/mo ($540/yr) in software subscriptions:

| Replaced Software | Category | SaaS Price | Comparison Guide |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Rebrandly](https://caniforkit.com/rebrandly) | [bookmarks](https://caniforkit.com/category/bookmarks) | $15/mo | [Compare Rebrandly vs Lua.sh](https://caniforkit.com/vs/rebrandly-vs-lua-sh) |
| [Short.io](https://caniforkit.com/shortio) | [bookmarks](https://caniforkit.com/category/bookmarks) | $15/mo | [Compare Short.io vs Lua.sh](https://caniforkit.com/vs/shortio-vs-lua-sh) |
| [TinyURL](https://caniforkit.com/tinyurl) | [bookmarks](https://caniforkit.com/category/bookmarks) | $15/mo | [Compare TinyURL vs Lua.sh](https://caniforkit.com/vs/tinyurl-vs-lua-sh) |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Is Lua.sh free and open source?
Lua.sh is an open source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on self-host. Open-source platform for creating shortened URLs with advanced analytics, custom domains, and API integration for marketing and development teams.

### What is the trade-off or limitation of using Lua.sh?
Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed Rebrandly.

## Related

- [Self-Hosted Open Source Directory](https://caniforkit.com/self-hosted)
- [All Paid SaaS Alternatives Index](https://caniforkit.com/alternatives)
- [Software Categories Directory](https://caniforkit.com/categories)
- [Homepage](https://caniforkit.com)