Use Linktree to Work Around Instagram’s One Link Rule!

Linktree is a social networking application that allows you to post multiple links in one place, but it gained popularity on Instagram. Instagram allows you to publish links in Stories and the profile ‘bio’. However, you can only share one link in your Instagram bio. So creators and influencers had to develop a new technique to send their followers to their websites or other social media platforms.

Enter “Linktree.”Linktree is a service that allows you to share all of your links with your social media followers. Linktree Page makes it simple to share your work through one link in your Instagram bio, links to organizations you’d like your followers to donate to, and whatever else you want people to click. It’s also a way to share your other social media accounts with your Instagram followers. For example, you can use your Linktree page to display your Twitter, Tiktok, and Discord accounts.

How to Make Linktree For Your Instagram?

• Open Linktree on a browser
• Click on “Get started for free”.
• Sign Up using your email address, username and password.
• Choose a category that best describes your Linktree.
• Pick a plan based on your preferences.
• Verify your email address.
• Start adding links to your Linktree page by clicking on the “Add New link” button.

Steps to build a great Linktree Page:

Step 1: Get started for Free on Linktree

Go to your browser and open Linktree. Next, click on the “Get started for free” button to create your free Linktree page for Instagram. You can also sign up using the green”Sign up for free” button to the top right corner of the screen.

Even if you want to buy the paid version, you can click on the sign up for free option as the chance to pick a plan will appear later.

Step 2: Sign Up on LinkTree Instagram

Linktree will ask you to type in your username, email address and password. You can use your Instagram username here or put in a completely different username. It’s your choice. Next, click on the small square box to agree to all the terms & conditions of the platform. Only when you check the box, you can click on the “Sign up with email” button.

Next, you will be asked to type in your name. Then you have to select a category that best describes your Linktree page. If you don’t find an option that suitably describes what you do on Instagram, choose the next best category.

Step 3: Pick a Plan

Once you have filled in all the relevant information for your Instagram Linktree page, you will find the option to “Pick a Plan.” Linktree offers its users 4 plans to choose from. Pick a plan based on your preferences. Initially, we would recommend trying the free plan as it enables you to add unlimited links and get the hang of the platform and most of its features.

Step 4: Verify Your Email Address

Go to your inbox and open the verification email from Linktree. Next, click on the “Verify email” button and go back to your Linktree page to continue setting up your Linktree page for Instagram.

Step 5: Add Links You Want Your Followers to Find

Start adding links to your Linktree page by clicking on the “Add New link” button. There is an option of “Explore Link.” It allows you to link to various payment apps, embed video, and other special features. You can try them out slowly as you get acquainted with the platform.

If you want your social media links to appear with icons, then follow the steps:

• Click on Settings
• Go to social icons
• Add your social media links.

How to Add Linktree to Your Instagram Bio?

Now that you have set up your Linktree page, it’s time you add it to your Instagram bio. Your followers can find your Linktree page, and you can drum up quality leads. All you need to do is copy your Linktree page link and paste it on your Insta profile. You can do it straight from the Linktree dashboard itself. Here’s how:

• Click on the Share button in the top right corner. Next to your unique Linktree page URL

• Click on “Share Linktree to your socials.”
• Select Instagram from all the social media platforms

• Copy the link
• Paste it in the“Website” section of your Instagram bio
• Click on Submit.

Your Linktree will now appear in your Instagram bio, and you may use the caption “Link in bio” to share as many stories as you want.

Is Linktree Free?

There is a free version and 3 premium versions. The free edition has restricted features and does not allow for much customization. You can, however, add a profile photo and alter the background color to one of their presets. In addition, you can add unlimited links even in the free Linktree plan and use analytics. The paid versions offer special features like video backgrounds, custom themes, low transaction fees, and customer support.

Is Linktree banned on Instagram?

No, Instagram has not banned Linktree. Instagram wrongly flagged all Linktree links as spam in July 2018, in an effort to tighten down on dubious third-party apps. This mistake was fixed, and it is unlikely to happen again. If Linktree goes down again, though, there is always the risk of losing valuable leads. But currently, there is no issue with Instagram creators, users using Linktree URLs in their profile bio.

Conclusion

Use Linktree to direct your followers to specific content, simply list the most important links on your site. You may, for example, highlight your most recent article, your newsletter sign-up page, and your contact page. You can include as many links as you want.

Add Linktree to Instagram and work around IG’s one link rule.