Linkfount vs Raindrop.io
Turn selected bookmarks into a site people can explore alongside your own writing.
Preview before signing up. Start free with links and lists. Professional adds ongoing imports and publishing tools.
Which fits your needs?
Choose Raindrop.io if you want
- Everyday bookmarking with browser capture
- A personal library with tags and nested collections
- Permanent copies and full-text search on Pro
Choose Linkfount if you want
- Reading lists shared alongside your own writing
- Email sign-ups from readers who want updates
- Posts, publications, and ongoing imports on Professional
Feature comparison
| Feature | linkfount | Raindrop.io |
|---|---|---|
| Unlimited bookmarks and collections | Free | Free |
| Nested organization | Free | Free |
| Tags | Professional | Free |
| Public sharing | Free | Public collection pages on Free |
| Full-text search | Professional | Pro |
| Article preservation | Supported article archives | Permanent copies on Pro |
| Publishing posts and email digests | Professional | Not included |
| Pricing | Free; Professional $10/month or $100/year | Free; Pro adds full-text search and permanent copies |
Reviewed . Plan details can change. Check the linked sources for current features and prices.
A shared collection may already be enough.
Anyone with the link can browse a public Raindrop collection. Linkfount brings selected links together with your writing, publications, and subscriber list. Use Raindrop to save what interests you, then choose what to share on your site.
FAQ
Common questions
Does Linkfount stay connected to Raindrop?
No. You can import an HTML bookmarks file from Raindrop or add selected public links. Later changes in Raindrop stay there.
Can I keep using Raindrop?
Yes. Keep saving in Raindrop, then add the links you want to share to Linkfount by URL or by importing a bookmarks file.
Can I try Linkfount before signing up?
Yes. Paste a link to something you have published, or upload a bookmarks file, and Linkfount builds a preview of your site before you create an account. Free covers public links and lists. Professional costs $10/month or $100/year.
Pricing
Start free. Grow with your work.
Free gives your links a public home. Professional adds posts, PDFs, and automatic imports from supported sources.
Free
$0 No credit card. Free for as long as you need.
- Unlimited public links and reading lists
- Import from browsers, Instapaper, Pocket, and more
- Search, lists, and a yourname.linkfount.com address
- Email sign-ups, click counts, and CSV exports
Professional
$10/month or $100/year
Everything in Free, plus:
- New work imported automatically from your feeds and profiles
- Reader mode for PDFs and supported articles
- Posts and automatic email digests for subscribers
- PDF hosting, citations, tags, and full-text search
- Custom domain, cover photo, and expanded themes
- Site snapshots, detailed analytics, and patron support
Try it with something you've published or saved.
Paste a link or upload bookmarks. See the result before you sign up.
Or see a live example: micah.linkfount.com
Professional: $10/month or $100/year. Preview free, without a subscription.
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