FAQ¶
What is LinkStack?¶
LinkStack is a modification of LittleLink Admin, an open source project with the purpose of enabling people to host their own alternatives to services like Linktree and many.link.
Until April 2023, the LinkStack project was known as "LittleLink Custom."
Why does LinkStack exist?¶
This project aims to be a drag and drop alternative to other solutions, making it more accessible and ultimately easier to use for first-time users to set up and use it. No coding or command line setup required; just plug and play on a server (that meets the requirements) of your choice.
What can LinkStack do for me?¶
Many social media platforms only allow you to add one link, with this you can simply link to your LinkStack page and have all the links you want displayed on one site. You can share all your links to your social media platform or important links to easy accessible and hosted on your own web-server or web-hosting provider. On this website, other users can register and create their own links, you can access other users via the Admin Panel.
What do I need to use LinkStack?¶
To host your own instance of LinkStack, you will need a web server running at least PHP 8.0.
Can I still use LinkStack if I don’t have a web server?¶
No problem! We also have a Docker version available.
Do you want to use your own Domain or want a private instance? Sponsor LinkStack on GitHub and get free access to your own private instance.
Do I have to host LinkStack myself?¶
Self-hosting is not the only option available for using LinkStack.
The project offers various tiers of hosted instances for GitHub Sponsors. Additionally, you can find instances of LinkStack hosted by others in the community.
How can I update LinkStack?¶
LinkStack can be updated from the administrator control panel (if you are an admin). Updates can be installed manually or handled by the automatic updater.
After installing LinkStack, how do I access the admin area?¶
After installation, you can access the administrator panel by visiting the /login page and signing in with the administrator credentials set when using the setup wizard. See also the admin access page.
How can I contribute to LinkStack?¶
For source code contributions and to report bugs/security issues, please visit the GitHub repository.
Not a developer or interested in hacking code? You can also contribute to the documentation on GitHub.
LinkStack also takes donations on multiple platforms, including cryptocurrency donations. Thank you for your support!