What we learned after talking to 100+ builders about link-in-bio tools
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What we learned after talking to 100+ builders before launching LinkPre
I spent the last few weeks talking to builders, freelancers, students, and solo founders who already use link-in-bio tools.
I want to share a few patterns we noticed — and why they pushed us to refine LinkPre even further.
A pattern we didn’t expect
Almost everyone already had a link-in-bio.
But very few were happy with what it actually did for them.
Common feedback we heard:
“People visit my link, but don’t reach out.”
“It shows links, but not me.”
“I still have to explain myself again on calls or DMs.”
“It doesn’t help me look credible to clients or hiring managers.”
The link worked.
The conversion didn’t.
The real job a “single link” should do
We realized the job isn’t:
“Send people to other websites.”
The real job is:
“Help someone decide if you’re worth their time.”
That decision usually depends on:
Proof of work
Context about experience
Signals of trust
Clear next action
Most tools stop at navigation.
We decided to design for decision-making.
How this shaped LinkPre
Based on these conversations, we doubled down on LinkPre as a living digital identity, not a static page.
That’s why a LinkPre profile is structured to answer:
What have you actually built or worked on?
What skills do you demonstrate, not just claim?
What do others say about you?
What’s the easiest way to work with you right now?
All in one place.
One link.
No friction.
Who we’re building this for
LinkPre is especially for:
Builders and indie founders
Freelancers & consultants
Students & job seekers
Creators who want credibility, not just clicks
If your link is often the first impression — we want it to do more than redirect.
Launch details & open questions
We’re launching LinkPre on Feb 5, 2026 🚀
Before that, I’d love input from this community:
What makes you trust someone from a single link?
What’s missing in your current link-in-bio setup?
What would make you replace (or complement) your existing tool?
Thanks again for the thoughtful feedback so far — it’s directly shaping the product.
— Founder, LinkPre
https://linkpre.com
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