Import from Short.io

Easily migrate your links from Short.io to Linkkit in just a few simple steps. Preserve link slugs, tags, and other key data while moving your links to your new workspace.

If you currently manage your links using Short.io, Linkkit makes it easy to migrate your existing short links directly into your Linkkit workspace.


Instead of manually exporting and importing files, Linkkit allows you to securely connect your Short.io account using an API key. Once connected, you can preview and selectively import your existing links into Linkkit.


This guide explains how to migrate your links from Short.io using the built-in import tool inside the Linkkit dashboard.

Why Migrate from Short.io to Linkkit?

Linkkit provides a centralized platform to manage links, organize campaigns, and track performance.

After migrating your links, you can:

  • Manage all links from a single dashboard

  • Organize links using segments and lists

  • Track detailed click analytics

  • Generate QR codes for links

  • Apply link security features like expiration and password protection

  • Manage marketing campaigns more efficiently

Migrating your existing links ensures continuity while unlocking Linkkit’s full link management capabilities.

Before You Start

Before importing your links, make sure you have:

  • Access to your Short.io account

  • Your Short.io API key

  • Access to the Linkkit dashboard

The API key allows Linkkit to securely access your Short.io links and import them into your workspace.

Step 1: Open the Import Tool in Linkkit

First, navigate to the Short.io migration tool in your Linkkit dashboard.

  1. Log in to your Linkkit Dashboard

  2. Open Settings

  3. Click Import in the sidebar

  4. Select Import from Short.io

You will see the Import from Short.io connection panel.

Step 2: Get Your Short.io API Key

To connect your Short.io account, you need your API key.

Follow these steps:

  1. Log in to your Short.io dashboard

  2. Open Settings

  3. Navigate to Integrations

  4. Locate your API Key

  5. Copy the API key

This key will be used to authenticate the connection with Linkkit.

Step 3: Connect Your Short.io Account

Return to the Linkkit import screen and connect your account.

  1. Paste your Short.io API key into the input field

  2. Click Connect

Linkkit will then verify the API key and establish a secure connection with your Short.io account.

Step 4: Preview and Import Your Links

After connecting successfully, Linkkit will retrieve your existing Short.io links.

You will be able to:

  • Preview available links

  • Select which links to import

  • Import links into your Linkkit workspace

Once confirmed, Linkkit will automatically create the corresponding short links inside your account.

Step 5: Organize Your Imported Links

After the migration is complete, you can organize your links using Linkkit’s management features. Recommended actions include:

  • Assign links to segments

  • Add links to lists

  • Configure campaign tracking parameters

  • Enable expiration settings

  • Apply password protection if needed

Segments help you group links by campaign, audience, or marketing channel.

Verify Your Imported Links

Once the import is finished, test a few links to confirm everything works correctly.

Make sure that:

  • Links redirect to the correct destination

  • Custom slugs appear correctly

  • Analytics tracking is active

  • Links are properly organized in segments or lists

This ensures your migration was successful.

Important Notes

When migrating from Short.io to Linkkit:

  • Historical analytics data may not transfer

  • Custom domains may need to be reconfigured

  • Advanced redirect rules may require manual setup

The migration process primarily transfers your short links and destination URLs.

Need Help?

If you experience issues while importing links:

  • Verify that your Short.io API key is correct

  • Ensure your Short.io account has API access enabled

  • Confirm that the connection was successfully established

If the problem continues, contact the Linkkit support team for assistance.