Why look beyond Linktree?

Linktree became the default solution, but it has 4 major flaws:

URL linktr.ee/... looks unprofessional, hard to remember.
No real analytics on the free plan.
"Linktree" branding stamped on every page (visible to all your followers).
$9/month to unlock the basics (custom domain, decent features).

Here are 5 concrete alternatives for your clickable Instagram link.

1. LinkForge — the most complete

URL: linkforge.me/u/yourname or your own domain on Pro.
Free: 5 links, real-time analytics, geolocation.
Pro: €7/month, 50 links, custom CSS, AI insights, custom domain.
Why pick it: most complete and cheapest on the market in 2026.

Create your LinkForge page →

2. Your own domain + redirect

If you already have a website:

Buy yourname.com (~$10/year on Namecheap).
Configure a 301 redirect to your LinkForge page or portfolio.
Put that domain in your Instagram bio.

Pro: super pro, memorable, better SEO scoring.

3. Public Notion page

Create a Notion page, add your links, make it public. URL notion.site/yourname.

✅ Free.
❌ Long URL, not pro.
❌ No native analytics.

Use as a temporary solution.

4. Carrd

Lightweight page builder with simple "link in bio" templates. 3 free sites.

✅ Very customizable visually.
❌ Not designed for link in bio specifically (no analytics).
❌ Custom domain is paid.

5. Instagram Shopping (e-commerce only)

If you sell products, Instagram Shopping lets you point directly to your shop without intermediary.

✅ Minimum friction for sales.
❌ Restricted to pro accounts with validated Facebook Catalog.
❌ Doesn't replace a real bio page (no external links).

Comparison table

Solution	Price	Pro URL	Analytics	Custom design
Linktree Free	$0	❌	❌	❌
LinkForge Free	$0	Good	✅	Limited
LinkForge Pro	€7	Excellent	✅ Advanced	✅ Custom CSS
Domain + redirect	~$10/year	Excellent	(depends)	(depends)
Notion	$0	❌	❌	❌
Carrd Free	$0	❌	❌	✅

How to change your Instagram bio link in 30 seconds

Open Instagram → Edit Profile → Website.
Paste your new link (e.g., linkforge.me/u/yourname).
Save.
(Bonus) Update the link in your 3-5 latest pinned posts.

Optimize your new bio page

Once your link is changed, apply these 4 rules:

Hierarchy: main offer first, big button.
Clear CTAs: "Book", "Buy", "Download" — not just a title.
Visual consistency: same colors/style as your Instagram feed.
Mobile-first: 95% of visitors come from mobile.

LinkForge applies these rules automatically with its optimized themes.

FAQ

Can I have multiple links in my Instagram bio?

Officially, Instagram allows up to 5 links in your bio since 2023. But a link page is still more efficient for tracking and consistency.

Does changing my bio link impact my Instagram SEO?

No. Instagram doesn't consider the bio URL in its discovery algorithm. Pick the tool that converts best.

Can I use a shortener (Bitly)?

Yes but not recommended: less pro, less trackable, and some shortened links are flagged as suspicious by Instagram.

Conclusion

You have 5 serious alternatives to Linktree. For 90% of creators, LinkForge is the most complete and cost-effective choice. For developers/businesses, your own domain + redirect is unbeatable.

Launch your LinkForge page in 2 minutes →