Scaly Documentation
Welcome to the official documentation for Scaly — the modern, blazing-fast SaaS URL shortener and link management platform. Whether you are looking to create custom branded links, host secure PDFs, or build a beautiful Link-in-Bio profile, this guide covers everything you need to know.
Edge Optimized
Scaly is built on cutting-edge global infrastructure. Every redirect happens instantly, and your analytics are tracked in real-time with zero latency.
URL Shortening & Aliases
The core of Scaly is generating clean, shareable short links. Instead of sending users long, tracking-heavy URLs, you can compress them into sleek scalyui.itsrishabh.tech/custom-alias formats.
- Custom Aliases: Define exactly what the tail of your URL looks like (e.g.,
/summer-sale). - Temporary Links: Create time-limited short links that automatically expire after a set period.
- Password Protection: Lock your destination URL behind a custom password. Visitors must enter the correct password before they are redirected.
- QR Code Generation: Every short link automatically generates a downloadable, high-quality QR code perfect for offline marketing.
Secure PDF Hosting
Stop relying on clunky third-party drives to share documents. Scaly allows you to upload PDF files directly to our secure servers and instantly generates a tracking-enabled short link.
How to host a PDF:
- Navigate to the Upload PDF tab in your Dashboard.
- Select your PDF file from your device.
- (Optional) Set a custom alias and a secure password.
- Click Generate. Share the resulting link with your audience!
Link-in-Bio Profiles
A single link for everything. Your Scaly Link-in-Bio profile is a beautiful, mobile-optimized landing page designed to house all of your important URLs—perfect for your Instagram, TikTok, or Twitter bio.
- Instant Setup: Choose a unique username to claim your URL (e.g.,
/bio/yourname). - Custom Theming: Pick custom accent colors to match your personal brand or corporate identity.
- Dynamic Link Management: Add or hide short links from your bio dashboard instantly.
- OpenGraph Support: When your bio is shared on social media, Scaly generates a custom dynamic preview image showcasing your profile.
Real-time Analytics
Knowledge is power. Every time a user clicks your Scaly link, visits your bio page, or scans your QR code, we log the event in real-time.
Navigate to your Analytics Dashboard to view beautiful, interactive charts detailing exactly where your traffic is coming from, allowing you to optimize your marketing campaigns.
REST API Access
For developers, Scaly's Go-powered backend is designed as a strict JSON REST API, allowing you to easily integrate link shortening directly into your own applications.
{
"original_url": "https://example.com/very/long/path",
"custom_alias": "promo-2026",
"password": "secret_password"
}Frequently Asked Questions
What is a URL shortener and how does Scaly work?
A URL shortener converts long, complex web addresses into clean, manageable links. Scaly takes this further by offering custom aliases, password protection, and real-time click tracking analytics for every link you generate.
Can I host PDF documents on Scaly?
Yes! Scaly offers blazing fast, secure PDF hosting. Simply upload your PDF document, and we will instantly generate a short link that you can share with your audience. You can even protect your PDFs with custom passwords.
What is a Link-in-Bio profile?
A Link-in-Bio profile is a mobile-optimized landing page that houses all your important links in one place. Scaly's Link-in-Bio feature allows you to create beautifully themed profiles without writing any code, perfect for Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter.
Are my links secure?
Absolutely. Scaly runs on edge infrastructure ensuring instant redirects. For sensitive content, you can enable Password Protection to ensure only authorized users can access your short links or hosted PDFs.