Link Page (Link-in-Bio) Setup
How to set up and customize your BookAuth link page — a mobile-optimized landing page that works as your 'link in bio' for social media.
Your BookAuth link page is a mobile-optimized, single-page landing page that consolidates all your important links in one place. Think of it as your own Linktree-style page, built right into BookAuth.
What You'll Learn
- What link pages are and how each role uses them
- How to customize your link page
- Best practices for link page design
- How to use it across social platforms
Link Pages by Role
Every role gets its own link page with role-appropriate content:
| Role | URL Pattern | Best Content |
|---|---|---|
| Author | /author/links |
Books, newsletter signup, social links, buy links |
| Reader | /reader/links |
Reading stats, reviews, book clubs, Goodreads link |
| Professional | /professional/links |
Portfolio, services, contact, testimonials |
Customizing Your Link Page
- Navigate to your Link Page from the sidebar (Account > Link Page, or similar)
- Customize the following elements:
Header Section
- Avatar — upload a photo or logo (pulled from your profile by default)
- Header Image — upload a banner image behind your avatar
- Display Name — your name as displayed at the top
- Bio — a short tagline (e.g., "Fantasy author | World-builder | Dragon enthusiast")
Custom Buttons
Add up to 10 clickable link buttons:
- Button label — e.g., "My Latest Book," "Join My Newsletter," "Follow on Instagram"
- Button URL — where the button links to
- Button style — filled or outline
Visual Theme
Choose from pre-designed themes:
- Minimal — clean, white background, simple icons
- Violet — BookAuth's signature purple gradient
- Dark — dark background, light text
- Custom — set your own background color and button colors (Pro/Business)
Social Icons
Social links from your profile automatically display as icons at the bottom of your link page.
What to Include
For Authors
- Latest book — with a "Buy Now" or "Read Free" link
- Newsletter signup — grow your subscriber list from social traffic
- Author website — link to your full BookAuth website
- Amazon/Goodreads — your presence on other platforms
- Current promotion — any active sale or discount
For Readers
- Goodreads profile — connect with other readers
- Favorite review — link to a standout review you've written
- Book club — invite others to join your club
- Personal blog — if you write about books
For Professionals
- Portfolio — your best work samples
- Services offered — link to your marketplace listings
- Testimonials — client feedback
- Booking/Contact — how to reach you for projects
Using Your Link Page
Social Media
- Instagram bio — paste your link page URL as your single "link in bio"
- Twitter/X bio — your link page URL
- BookTok — share in video descriptions
- Facebook — pinned post or profile link
Email Signatures
Add your link page URL to your email signature for professional networking.
Business Cards
Include your link page URL on physical or digital business cards — one URL that leads to everything.
Analytics
Your link page tracks:
- Total visits — unique visitors to your link page
- Click-through rate — which buttons get the most clicks
- Top referrers — where visitors are coming from (Instagram, Twitter, etc.)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the link page public?
A: Yes. Your link page is publicly accessible at your unique URL. Anyone with the link can view it.
Q: Can I have different link pages for different pen names?
A: Each role has one link page. Multi-page support per role is planned for the future.
Q: Can I use a custom domain for my link page?
A: Link pages use BookAuth URLs. For a custom domain, use your full author website instead.
Q: Are link pages mobile-responsive?
A: Yes. Link pages are designed mobile-first and look great on all screen sizes.
Related Articles
- Setting Up Your Profile
- Building Your Author Brand
- Customizing Your Author Website