Import from Bitly
Quickly transfer all your existing links from Bitly to Linkkit in minutes. Keep your short link slugs, tags, and link history intact while migrating seamlessly to your new workspace.
If you currently manage your short links in Bitly, you can easily migrate them to Linkkit using the built-in import tool. Linkkit allows you to connect your Bitly account and import your existing links directly into your dashboard without needing to manually copy or recreate them.
This guide explains how to connect your Bitly account and migrate your links into Linkkit.
Why Move Your Links from Bitly to Linkkit?
Migrating to Linkkit allows you to manage all your links in one powerful platform while taking advantage of advanced link management features such as:
Branded short links with custom domains
Advanced analytics and click tracking
Campaign tracking using UTM parameters
Link organisation using segments
Secure link management and sharing
Easy integration with your marketing workflows
Once your links are imported, you can track and optimise them directly from your Linkkit dashboard.
Step-by-Step Guide to Import Bitly Links
Step 1: Log In to Your Linkkit Dashboard
Sign in to your Linkkit account and open your main dashboard.
From the left sidebar menu, navigate to:
Settings → Import
Inside the Import section, select:
Import from Bitly
This will open the Bitly migration tool.
Step 2: Connect Your Bitly Account
On the Import from Bitly page, you will see the migration panel with the option to connect your account.
Click the Connect to Bitly button.
This will securely connect your Bitly account with Linkkit and allow the system to access your existing short links.
Once connected, Linkkit will retrieve your available links from Bitly so you can preview them before importing.
Step 3: Preview Your Bitly Links
After successfully connecting your Bitly account, Linkkit will display a preview of the links available in your Bitly workspace.
This allows you to:
Review your existing links
Select the links you want to migrate
Skip links that you don’t want to import
This step ensures that only the relevant links are added to your Linkkit account.
Step 4: Import Selected Links
Choose the links you want to migrate and confirm the import.
Linkkit will automatically create the links in your dashboard using the original destination URLs and slugs where possible.
Once the process finishes, the imported links will appear in your Links dashboard, ready for use.
Step 5: Organise Your Imported Links
After importing your Bitly links, you can enhance them using Linkkit features such as:
Assigning links to segments for better organisation
Adding UTM parameters for marketing campaigns
Setting expiration dates or click limits
Updating custom slugs if needed
This helps you keep your links organised and easier to manage.
Verify Your Imported Links
After migration, it is recommended to review your imported links.
You can:
Test a few links to confirm they redirect correctly
Check analytics data inside the dashboard
Update link settings if necessary
Linkkit ensures your links remain functional and ready for tracking after the migration.
Troubleshooting Import Issues
If your Bitly links do not appear during the import process, try the following:
Ensure you connected the correct Bitly account
Refresh the page and reconnect your account
Confirm that your Bitly account contains active links
If the problem persists, contact the Linkkit support team for assistance.
