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cut2.eu

Privacy-first European URL shortener and QR code generator built in Portugal.

  • Data: EU
  • GDPR-native
  • EU-owned
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cut2.eu is a privacy-focused URL shortening and QR code generation service operated by Portugal-based EuroMetrics. The service stores all data exclusively on EU servers (Frankfurt, Paris, Amsterdam) and is built with GDPR compliance as a founding principle, requiring no consent banners or cookies by design.

cut2.eu is a privacy-focused URL shortening and QR code generation service operated by Portugal-based EuroMetrics. The service stores all data exclusively on EU servers (Frankfurt, Paris, Amsterdam) and is built with GDPR compliance as a founding principle, requiring no consent banners or cookies by design.

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Highlights

  • Zero-cookie tracking by design
  • GDPR-native architecture requiring no consent banners
  • EU-only data centers (Frankfurt, Paris, Amsterdam)
  • Permanent URLs with no expiration
  • REST API for programmatic integration
Data location
EU
Pricing
Freemium
EU-owned
Yes
Self-hostable
No

Good for

  • SMS marketing campaigns with QR codes for customer acquisition
  • Email marketing with tracking-free shortened links for compliance
  • Social media and print material distribution without user tracking

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Frequently asked questions

Is cut2.eu EU-owned and GDPR-native?
cut2.eu — European-owned: Yes; GDPR-native: Yes; self-hostable: No; data stored in: EU.
How much does cut2.eu cost?
Pricing model: Freemium. Check cut2.eu's own site for current plans and numbers.
What are European alternatives to cut2.eu?
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