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title: "Linktree Alternatives: Free and Paid Link in Bio Tools"
description: "Compare six Linktree alternatives, including free link in bio tools, with pricing, homepage screenshots, and advice for creators and client social media teams."
datePublished: "2026-09-21"
dateUpdated: "2026-09-21"
author: "Tim, Founder of Pallyy"
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postType: "blog"
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tags: ["social-media-management", "instagram"]
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Bio Sites, Buffer Start Page, Bitly, and Carrd offer free ways to build a page for your social bio. Pallyy includes a bio link page with its paid social media plans, while Liinks is a paid option for more flexible page layouts. The right Linktree alternative depends on whether you need a simple link list, a small website, or a page you can manage alongside client content.

This is Pallyy's roundup, so we've included our own product and explained where a standalone tool makes more sense. The comparison uses public product and pricing pages checked in September 2026, rather than a hands-on ranking. Prices below are in USD; annual billing and selling fees are noted separately.

## Linktree alternatives at a glance

Four of the six alternatives below offer an ongoing free plan. Pallyy and Liinks are paid options, so a trial shouldn't be mistaken for a free link in bio tool.

| Tool | Best fit | Free bio link page? | Pricing or limit to know |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Pallyy | Managing a bio page alongside client social media | No | Included on Pro at $25/month; Agency at $99/month includes 10 social sets |
| Bio Sites | A standalone page with templates | Yes | Free to create and launch; selling can involve fees |
| Buffer Start Page | A bio page in a Buffer workflow | Yes | Start Pages count toward the Free plan's three-channel limit |
| Bitly | Combining a bio page with short links and QR codes | Yes | Two pages on Free; Core is $120/year |
| Carrd | A custom one-page website | Yes | Pro Lite is $9/year; custom domains require Pro Standard at $19/year |
| Liinks | Flexible layouts and multiple profiles | No | Starter is $5/month or $48/year |

## 1. Pallyy: a bio link page alongside your scheduler

Pallyy's [link in bio tool](/features/link-in-bio) is included on every paid plan, making it worth considering if you already need scheduling, approvals, analytics, and an inbox for your brands.

![Pallyy link in bio editor preview showing button styles, links, and a branded page](/img/blog/linktree-alternatives/pallyy-link-in-bio.png){width="2304" height="1166"}

You can add button links and image tiles, customize the page's theme, and track clicks and impressions. Supported Instagram posts can carry a destination link into the bio link grid, connecting your scheduled content to the page visitors open from your profile.

For client work, each social set has its own bio link page. That means you can manage a page per client brand within the same subscription you use for their social content. Removing Pallyy branding is included on paid plans too.

**Pricing:** [Pallyy's plans](/pricing) start at $25/month for Pro with one social set. Agency is $99/month with 10 sets and three users. The Free plan does **not** include bio link pages.

**Choose it if:** You need social media management as well as a link page. If all you want is a free list of links, start with one of the standalone options below.

For the setup steps, see our [link in bio guide](/help/link-in-bio).

## 2. Bio Sites: a free standalone link page

Bio Sites is a free Linktree alternative from Squarespace that doesn't require a Squarespace website subscription.

![Bio Sites homepage showcasing its link in bio designs](/img/compare/homepages/bio-sites.png){width="2400" height="1500"}

Its templates give you a starting point for a page with your own links, colors, and fonts. Built-in analytics help you see traffic and engagement, and you can collect email addresses or connect payment tools.

**Pricing:** [Bio Sites](https://biosites.com/) is free to create and launch with unlimited links. Check the terms for any selling features you use, including payment processing.

**Choose it if:** You want a dedicated page without buying a social media management subscription. Compare a finished template with your brand before spending time customizing it.

## 3. Buffer Start Page: a free option for Buffer users

Buffer Start Page lets you create a customizable bio link page within Buffer, including on its Free plan.

![Buffer homepage introducing its social media publishing platform](/img/compare/homepages/buffer.png){width="2400" height="1500"}

You can combine links with images and video, then choose themes and layouts. It's a practical shortlist option if you're already managing your social channels in Buffer.

**Pricing:** [Buffer Start Page](https://buffer.com/start-page) is available free with feature limits. A Start Page counts as a channel, so it uses one of the Free plan's three channel slots. More customization and analytics require an upgrade.

**Choose it if:** You want your page in the same account as your Buffer workflow. Check your channel allowance before adding it to an existing free account.

## 4. Bitly: bio pages, short links, and QR codes

Bitly combines landing pages with short links and QR codes, so it's worth considering when your campaigns run across social profiles and printed materials.

![Bitly homepage introducing its link and QR code platform](/img/compare/homepages/bitly.png){width="2400" height="1500"}

A bio page can collect the campaign destinations while short links and QR codes give you other ways to share them. Check each allowance separately before committing to a plan.

**Pricing:** [Bitly's Free plan](https://bitly.com/pages/pricing) includes two custom landing pages. Core includes five for $120/year, advertised as $10/month with annual billing only.

**Choose it if:** You need several link formats for the same campaign. For a simple personal page, compare the editing experience with a dedicated bio page builder first.

## 5. Carrd: a one-page website you can shape yourself

Carrd is a one-page website builder that can also serve as a link in bio page.

![Carrd homepage introducing its one-page website builder](/img/compare/homepages/carrd.png){width="2400" height="1500"}

Instead of starting with just a list of buttons, you can build a small landing page around your work, an introduction, and the links you want people to follow. That flexibility suits a portfolio or a service business, though you'll need to make more layout decisions yourself.

**Pricing:** [Carrd](https://carrd.co/) offers free sites. [Carrd Pro](https://carrd.co/pro) starts at $9/year for Pro Lite; Pro Standard at $19/year adds custom domains, forms, and embeds. Domain registration is a separate cost.

**Choose it if:** You want a compact website with more control over its structure. Keep the mobile version focused so visitors can still find the main link quickly.

## 6. Liinks: flexible layouts with paid plans

Liinks offers a dedicated link page builder with grid, carousel, and highlight layouts, plus folders for organizing content.

![Liinks homepage showing its customizable link page builder](/img/compare/homepages/liinks.png){width="2400" height="1350"}

It's an option for a page that needs more visual organization than a stack of identical buttons. Its Pro plan also supports managing multiple profiles.

**Pricing:** [Liinks Starter](https://www.liinks.co/pricing) costs $5/month or $48/year. Pro costs $12/month or $120/year per pack of five profiles and adds custom domains. Both have a 14-day trial, but there is no ongoing free plan.

**Choose it if:** Page layout is your priority, or you need several dedicated link pages without a full social scheduling suite.

## Which free Linktree alternative should you choose?

Bio Sites, Buffer Start Page, Bitly, and Carrd all offer a free starting point, but they solve different problems. Our suggested shortlist is:

- **A simple standalone page:** Bio Sites.
- **A page alongside a Buffer account:** Buffer Start Page, after checking channel limits.
- **A page alongside short links and QR codes:** Bitly, after checking each allowance.
- **A small website or portfolio:** Carrd, after checking which features need Pro.

If you already pay for Pallyy, try the included bio link page before adding another subscription. If you only need a link page, the cost of a full social media platform may be unnecessary.

For a broader introduction to page features and setup, see our [link in bio tools guide](/blog/instagram-bio-link-tools).

## How to switch from Linktree

Switching a bio link page means rebuilding the destination and updating the links that point to it. Don't assume your existing Linktree URL or analytics will move to another provider.

1. Make a list of your current destinations, link labels, and any forms or products you need to recreate.
2. Build the new page with your most useful link near the top.
3. Open it on your phone and test every button, form, and checkout you use.
4. Replace the old URL in your social profiles, website, email signature, and editable QR code destinations.
5. Check your new page's traffic before retiring the old one. Keep the old page available while you find any remaining references.

Our guide to [adding a link to your Instagram bio](/blog/how-to-put-a-link-in-instagram-bio) covers the profile update.

## Frequently asked questions

### Is there a free alternative to Linktree?

Yes. Bio Sites, Buffer Start Page, Bitly, and Carrd offer ongoing free options. Check limits on branding, custom domains, analytics, and selling before choosing. A free trial on a paid product is different from an ongoing free plan.

### Is Pallyy a free Linktree alternative?

No. Pallyy's bio link page is included on its paid Pro, Agency, and Scale plans. Its Free plan doesn't include the feature. The value is combining the page with the social media tools you're already using.

### What's better than Linktree for multiple client brands?

The better fit depends on what else you manage for those clients. Pallyy suits a workflow that includes scheduling and approvals; Liinks Pro is an option for managing dedicated link pages. Compare the cost for your actual number of brands and users.

### Do I need to leave Linktree?

You don't need to switch if your current page works and its plan covers your needs. First identify the specific problem, such as layout restrictions, a missing feature, or a separate subscription you could consolidate. Then test that requirement on the replacement before moving your profile link.