Dub vs Shako
Comparing two open source alternatives . Use the comparison below to decide which one fits your needs.
Dub
AGPL-3.0The open-source link attribution platform for short links, conversion tracking, and affiliate programs.
Shako
GPL-3.0A self-hostable link-in-bio page built with Astro, React, and Tailwind CSS.
Side-by-side comparison
| Dub | Shako | |
|---|---|---|
| License | AGPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Self-hostable | Yes | Yes |
| GitHub Stars | 23,528 | 98 |
| Forks | 2,987 | 6 |
| Open Issues | 119 | 8 |
| Last Commit | May 12, 2026 | May 11, 2026 |
| First Released | Aug 27, 2022 | Sep 9, 2022 |
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| Tags | — |
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