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How much does a link in bio tool cost?

On 29 October 2026, ChatGPT named Beacons and Stan Store but recommended none; Claude recommended Lnk.Bio and Taplink; Gemini named no brand; Perplexity named Beacons and Linktree but recommended none. No brand was recommended by all four.

Asked once of each AI on 29 October 2026, with its own web search on and no location sent. Answers are shown verbatim. How we read them: one grand master model marked each brand, and a brand counts only if its name is in the answer word for word. The method.

ChatGPT

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Usually $0 to $15/month for a basic link-in-bio page. Many tools offer a free plan; paid plans mainly add customization, analytics, custom domains, or selling features.

For example, Linktree is free, with paid plans from $7/month when billed annually (or $9 month-to-month). Beacons also has a free plan, with paid plans from $8.33/month billed annually (or $10 monthly). More feature-heavy creator storefronts, such as Stan Store, start around $29/month. (linktr.ee)

So if you just need a page of links, you can likely use one for free.

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  4. Stan Store pricing official

Claude

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Most link-in-bio tools have a free tier, and paid plans usually run from about $1 to $35 a month. Linktree is the most common benchmark, and its prices changed recently.

Typical costs

  • A free plan is available from most providers. One guide says paid creator plans start at $0.99 and most land between $6 and $30 a month.
  • Lower-cost options exist. Lnk.Bio has a one-time payment of $9.99 for its Mini plan and $24.99 for Unique, and its Unique plan is described as a one-time payment with no recurring fee.
  • Premium options for selling products cost more. Stan Store starts at $29/month, and Beacons' top tier is listed at $90/month.

Linktree (current 2026 pricing)

  • Monthly billing: Free $0, Starter $8, Pro $15, Premium $35.
  • Annual billing: $6 for Starter, $12 for Pro and $30 for Premium per month.
  • Linktree raised its prices in late 2025, so older articles quoting $5, $9 or $24 are out of date. One source notes Linktree raised its prices in November 2025.

Watch for seller fees
If you sell digital products through the page, the platform may also take a cut. For Linktree, Free, Starter, and Pro carry a 9–12% seller fee on digital products sold through Linktree's checkout; Premium ($35/mo) is the only tier with a 0% seller fee. Other tools vary: InBio's Business plan at $29/month takes 0% on sales, for example.

Practical guidance

  • If you only need links, a free plan or a low-cost tool like Lnk.Bio or Taplink is usually enough.
  • If you sell products, compare the monthly fee plus the seller fee at your expected sales volume. Sources disagree on where the break-even point falls, so run your own numbers.

Prices change often and vary by region and billing cycle, so check each provider's pricing page before you sign up.

What it searched

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  2. Linktree plans price per month

Gemini

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The cost of a "link in bio" tool varies significantly depending on your needs, ranging from $0 (free) to $30+ per month for advanced creator or business features.

To determine the true cost, you must look beyond the monthly subscription price and consider how the platform handles sales and branding.

1. The Pricing Models
  • Free Plans: Many providers offer a free tier that is sufficient for basic link lists. However, these plans often include the platform's branding (a logo at the bottom) and may charge higher commission fees if you sell products.
  • Monthly Subscriptions: Paid plans typically range from $6 to $30 per month. Upgrading usually unlocks custom domains, advanced analytics, email capture, and the removal of platform branding.
  • Commission/Transaction Fees: This is often the "hidden" cost. Even if a plan has a low monthly price, the platform may take a cut of your sales (typically 2% to 12%).
    • Pro Tip: If you sell regularly, a higher-priced plan ($29–$30/month) that charges 0% commission is often cheaper in the long run than a "free" or low-cost plan that takes a percentage of every sale.
2. What Impacts the Cost?

When evaluating tools, check for these three factors that frequently trigger paywalls:

  • Monetization: Do you need to sell digital products, coaching calls, or memberships directly on the page? If so, look for platforms with "native checkout" to avoid high transaction fees or redirects.
  • Branding & Customization: If you want a professional look (your own domain, custom colors, no "Made with [Tool Name]" badge), you will almost always need a paid subscription.
  • Analytics: Basic click tracking is often free, but if you need detailed geographic data or deep insights into visitor behavior, you will typically need a premium plan.
Summary Comparison Table
Plan TypeTypical CostBest For
Free$0Beginners, simple link lists, testing
Standard/Pro$6 – $20/moCreators needing better design & analytics
Business/Creator+$20 – $30+/moSellers, shops, and high-volume creators

Recommendation: If you are just starting out, a free plan is perfectly fine. If you plan to sell products or services, calculate your expected monthly sales volume; once you are selling more than ~$500–$600 per month, switching to a plan with 0% platform commission is usually the most cost-effective choice.

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Perplexity

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A link-in-bio tool can cost nothing: many offer a free plan. Paid plans commonly run about $10–$20 per month, with higher tiers for extra branding, analytics, selling, or team features.

For example, Beacons offers a free plan and paid plans at $10/month and $30/month; its free and $10 plans charge a transaction fee on sales. 234 Linktree also has a free plan, with paid options starting at about $9/month when billed monthly, or $7/month on annual billing. 515

So if you just need a page with a few links, $0 is often enough.

What it searched

  1. Linktree pricing free Starter Pro Premium 2026
  2. Beacons pricing free Creator Pro 2026
  3. Later Link in Bio pricing plans 2026

Link-in-bio tools: what AI recommends, November 2026 Every answer as CSV or JSON