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Guides for creators.

Plain-English advice on link in bio pages, growing your audience and landing brand deals.

Developers

A launch checklist for your iOS app: X, Reddit, Product Hunt and your newsletter

A practical checklist for launching an indie iOS app, with one tracked link per channel so you learn what worked for the next release.

October 24, 2026 · 2 min read

Developers

App Store smart links explained: one link for every device

How a smart link sends iPhones to the App Store, desktop visitors to a landing page and link previews to the right card, and how to test it in Instagram, TikTok and X.

October 24, 2026 · 2 min read

Developers

Why a generic link in bio doesn't work for app developers

Linktree and similar tools are built for creators. Apps need smart links, source tracking and ratings. Here is what a link tool for iOS developers should do.

October 23, 2026 · 2 min read

Developers

How to track which post drives your app installs (without an SDK)

Posting your iOS app on X, Reddit and newsletters but not sure which one works? Use a tagged link for every post and read the numbers. No SDK and no API keys.

October 23, 2026 · 2 min read

Growth

How to grow an email list from Instagram

Followers belong to the platform; subscribers belong to you. A simple plan for turning profile visits into email signups.

October 17, 2026 · 2 min read

Brand deals

How to build an Instagram media kit brands will actually read

A media kit is a one-page summary of who you are, who follows you and what you charge. Here's what to include and how to share it.

October 16, 2026 · 2 min read

Growth

7 ways to make your link in bio convert more clicks

Small changes to your link in bio page can mean more clicks to the things that matter. Seven practical tips for creators.

October 15, 2026 · 2 min read

How-to

How to switch from Linktree in 60 seconds (without losing your links)

Moving your link in bio doesn't mean starting over. Import your links, pick a template, publish, and swap the URL in your bio.

October 14, 2026 · 2 min read

Comparisons

Linktree alternatives for creators: what to look for in 2026

Thinking of leaving Linktree? Here are the things that matter when you compare link in bio tools: design, analytics, ownership of your audience, and price.

October 13, 2026 · 2 min read

Basics

What is a link in bio? A plain-English guide for creators

A link in bio is one page that holds all your important links, because Instagram only gives you one clickable URL. Here's how it works and what to put on yours.

October 12, 2026 · 2 min read

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