LittleLink: A Lightweight, Self-Hosted Linktree Alternative
If you've ever wanted a clean, customizable way to share all your links in one place—without relying on third-party services—LittleLink is worth checking out. This open-source project by Seth Cottle is a self-hosted alternative to Linktree, giving you full control over your link hub while keeping things simple and lightweight.
With over 2.4k stars on GitHub, LittleLink has clearly struck a chord with developers, creators, and anyone who wants a minimalist, privacy-friendly way to organize their online presence.
What It Does
LittleLink is a single HTML file (yes, really) that serves as a sleek, mobile-friendly landing page for all your important links. It comes with pre-styled buttons for over 100 popular platforms (Twitter, GitHub, Patreon, etc.), making it easy to drop in your links without fussing with design.
Unlike Linktree, which hosts your page on their domain, LittleLink lets you self-host, meaning you can use your own domain, avoid branding restrictions, and keep all your analytics in-house.
Why It’s Cool
- No Bloat – It’s just HTML, CSS, and a few fonts. No JavaScript, no trackers, no unnecessary dependencies.
- Customizable – Want a dark theme? Custom buttons? A different layout? Just tweak the CSS.
- GDPR-Friendly – No Google Fonts, no external scripts—just your content, served fast.
- Community-Driven – The LittleLink Extended repo adds even more button styles and features.
- Button Builder – The LittleLink Button Builder makes it dead simple to create and preview custom buttons with proper contrast and accessibility.
How to Try It
- Clone the repo:
git clone https://github.com/sethcottle/littlelink.git - Edit
index.html– Replace the placeholder links with your own. - Host it – Drop it on Netlify, Vercel, GitHub Pages, or any static host.
For a zero-config option, check out the official demo to see it in action.
Final Thoughts
LittleLink is perfect if you want a no-nonsense, self-hosted link hub. It’s not trying to be a SaaS—just a simple tool that does one thing well. Whether you’re a developer, content creator, or just someone who wants a clean link page, it’s a solid choice.
Best part? You own it. No paywalls, no locked-in features—just your links, your way.