Skip to content

linkding

Minimal, self-hosted bookmark manager with tags and archiving

FreeRead LaterChecked Oct 6, 2026

What is linkding?

linkding is a free, open-source bookmark manager that you host yourself, usually as a single Docker container backed by SQLite. It keeps bookmarks organized with tags in a plain, quick interface, fetches titles, descriptions and icons automatically, and can archive bookmarked pages as HTML snapshots or on the Internet Archive. Browser extensions for Firefox and Chrome, a REST API and multi-user sharing are included.

linkding is free to use. See every plan

Good for

  • Self-hosters who want a small, quick bookmark manager
  • People replacing browser bookmarks with a tagged, searchable archive
  • Families or small groups sharing bookmarks on one instance

Worth knowing

  • It has to be self-hosted, normally with Docker; the project lists third-party managed hosts but runs no service of its own.
  • There are no official mobile or desktop apps; the Android, iOS and macOS clients are community projects.
  • Local HTML snapshots need the latest-plus image, which bundles Chromium, needs at least 1 GB of RAM and is not built for ARM v7.
  • The maintainer says he may decline larger feature contributions that do not fit the project's minimal goals.

Key features

Tags and a readable interface
Bookmarks are organized with tags in an interface optimized for readability, with features that can be switched on or off and a number of display settings.
Automatic metadata
linkding fetches the title, description, icon and preview image of each bookmarked website automatically.
Archiving
Snapshots of bookmarked pages can be created automatically, either as local HTML files with the larger latest-plus Docker image or on the Internet Archive.
Read later, notes and bulk editing
Bookmarks support read-it-later use and Markdown notes, and any operation can be applied to a selection of bookmarks or the whole collection.
Multi-user sharing and SSO
One instance supports multiple users, who can share bookmarks with other users or guests. Single sign-on works through OIDC or an authentication proxy.
Extensions, PWA and REST API
Firefox and Chrome extensions and a bookmarklet add and search bookmarks from the browser, the site installs as a Progressive Web App, and a REST API supports scripts and third-party apps.

linkding pricing

Starts at
Free
Free plan
Free and open source under the MIT license, run on your own server. Managed hosting is sold only by third parties that the documentation lists.
Free trial
None listed
linkding$0The complete bookmark manager as a Docker image for your own server, using SQLite by default or PostgreSQL.

Read from github.com on Oct 6, 2026. Prices change, so confirm with linkding before you buy.

Pricing in detail

Works with

  • Internet Archive
  • SingleFile
  • PikaPods

linkding alternatives

Common questions

Is linkding free?

Yes. linkding is free to use. Free and open source under the MIT license, run on your own server. Managed hosting is sold only by third parties that the documentation lists.

How much does linkding cost?

linkding lists one plan. linkding: $0. Prices were read from github.com on Oct 6, 2026.

What platforms does linkding work on?

linkding is available on Web. It also has a browser extension.

Does linkding have an Android app?

No Android app was listed when its pages were read on Oct 6, 2026. linkding is listed for Web.

Does linkding have an iPhone app?

No iPhone app was listed when its pages were read on Oct 6, 2026. linkding is listed for Web.

Is linkding open source?

Yes. linkding is open source, according to its own site. It can also be run on a server of your own.

Does linkding have an API?

Yes. linkding offers a public API, according to its own site.

What does linkding integrate with?

linkding's listing names Internet Archive, SingleFile and PikaPods. A listing names up to eight integrations, so it may connect to more.

Who makes linkding?

linkding is made by Sascha Ißbrücker. It dates from 2019.

What are the alternatives to linkding?

The closest alternatives to linkding in our directory are Linkwarden, Karakeep, Pinboard, Raindrop.io and Readeck. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with linkding.

Sources for this page

The prices, plans, platforms and features above were read from these pages on Oct 6, 2026.