lua.sh - Scalable & Open-Source URL Shortener
lua.sh is a next-generation, scalable, and open-source URL shortener built with the modern stack of Laravel, Vue 3, and Inertia.js. Designed to be fast, flexible, and developer-friendly, lua.sh empowers you to create and manage your own professional URL shortening service with ease.
Whether you're an individual looking for branded, trackable links or a business aiming to scale with advanced analytics and custom domains, lua.sh is your perfect solution. It’s lightweight, fully customizable, and ready to grow with your needs.
🌟 Features
- 🌐 Shorten URLs: Quickly shorten long URLs with an intuitive interface.
- 📊 Detailed Analytics: Track clicks, referers, devices, geolocation, and more with a comprehensive dashboard.
- ⚡ Custom Domains: Add and manage custom domains to create branded URLs.
- 🔗 Custom URL Slugs: Personalize your links with memorable, custom slugs.
- 📱 Responsive Design: Enjoy a mobile-friendly front end built with Vue 3 and TailwindCSS.
- 🔒 Authentication & Authorization: Protect the service with secure authentication and manage permissions for team-based usage.
- 💡 Link Expiration & Management: Set expiration dates for links and manage them effortlessly.
- 🔐 Secure by Design: Includes built-in CSRF protection, rate-limiting, and HTTPS support.
🛠️ Tech Stack
Backend
- Laravel: A robust PHP framework designed for high-performance, scalable applications.
- MySQL: Reliable relational database for storing and managing data.
Frontend
- Vue 3: A progressive, reactive JavaScript framework for creating modern interfaces.
- Inertia.js: Seamlessly integrates server-side rendering with single-page app features.
- TailwindCSS: Utility-first CSS framework for designing clean and responsive UIs.
Middleware
- Inertia.js: Combines Laravel and Vue into a smooth SPA-like experience.
Images
Dark Mode is also available
🌟 Premium Domains - Cloud Only
lua.sh provide you access to an array of sleek and memorable domains for your shortened URLs:
- 🔗 lua.sh: The default, clean, and professional option.
For self-hosting or local development, please check the Self Hosting or Local Development guides.
Contributors ✨
 Paulo Castellano 💻 |
 Victor Gazotti 💻 |
 Muhammad Saim 💻 |
 Ibon Azkoitia 💻 |
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💎 Sponsors
A big thanks to our sponsors and partners who make Lua possible. If you're interested in sponsoring Lua and supporting the project, please check out our profile on GitHub sponsors ❤️