Bento.me is Gone, so I Built My Own (For Free)
Source: Dev.to
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If you’ve ever relied on Linktree, Bento.me, or any other link‑in‑bio platform, you probably know the frustration: limited customization on the free plan, features locked behind a paywall, and sometimes the service just goes down.
That’s exactly why I built Linkbase — a fully open‑source, self‑hostable link‑in‑bio platform. And here’s the kicker: everything is free, forever.
What is Linkbase?
Linkbase is a modern link‑in‑bio platform that gives you:
- A beautiful bento grid profile page with drag‑and‑drop editing
- A built‑in blog — write and publish articles directly on your profile
- Short link creation with real‑time click tracking
- AI theme generator — describe a vibe, get a color scheme
- Detailed analytics — see which links and pages perform best
- Social embeds for YouTube, Spotify, GitHub, Instagram, and more
- QR code cards, testimonial widgets, FAQ blocks
- Full design control: fonts, gradients, borders, corner radii — everything
All of this at $0. No credit card required.
Who is it for?
Anyone who wants a single link to represent everything they do online:
- Developers sharing their GitHub projects and blog
- Creators linking their YouTube, Spotify, and social profiles
- Freelancers using it as a digital business card
- Anyone who was burned by a third‑party bio‑link tool going down
Linkbase vs. the Competition
| Feature | Linkbase | Others (free tier) |
|---|---|---|
| Unlimited links & pages | ✅ | Paid |
| Built‑in blog | ✅ | Paid |
| Short link tracking | ✅ | Paid |
| Social embeds | ✅ | Paid |
| AI theme generator | ✅ | Paid |
| Bento grid layout | ✅ | Paid |
| Price | Free forever | $5–24 /mo |
Try it Out
Sign up in seconds — just your email, no credit card. Build your page, add your links, write a blog post, and share one link everywhere.
Linkbase is still being actively developed, and early users directly shape the roadmap. If you have feature requests or feedback, drop them in the comments — I read everything.
Built with a focus on performance, privacy, and full user control. Self‑hosting documentation coming soon.