Question 1

What is LinkTrace?

Accepted Answer

LinkTrace is a privacy-first install attribution and referral tracking platform for mobile apps. It lets developers track which campaigns, referral links, and channels drive app installs — without requiring any third-party SDK in the app binary. Integration takes minutes using two API calls.

Question 2

Is LinkTrace a Firebase Dynamic Links alternative?

Accepted Answer

Yes. LinkTrace is purpose-built as a Firebase Dynamic Links replacement. Firebase Dynamic Links reached end-of-life in August 2025. LinkTrace provides the same core functionality — deferred deep linking, install attribution, and referral tracking — with a free plan and paid tiers from $9.99/month, with no SDK requirement.

Question 3

Does LinkTrace require an SDK?

Accepted Answer

No. LinkTrace uses server-side fingerprint matching. There is no SDK to embed in your app binary. Attribution is handled entirely at the redirect layer, keeping your app lightweight.

Question 4

How does LinkTrace compare to Branch.io?

Accepted Answer

Branch.io is an enterprise attribution platform with per-install billing that becomes expensive at scale. LinkTrace offers the same core attribution and deep linking functionality at a flat rate of $9.99-$29.99/month with no per-install charges — designed specifically for indie developers and early-stage startups.

Question 5

Is LinkTrace privacy-compliant?

Accepted Answer

Yes. LinkTrace performs fingerprinting at the server and redirect layer — not inside the app — and does not use device identifiers like IDFA or GAID. This approach is outside the scope of Apple's ATT framework and is compatible with India's DPDP Act and Android Privacy Sandbox requirements.

Question 6

How much does LinkTrace cost?

Accepted Answer

LinkTrace has a free Starter plan. Paid tiers are Growth at $9.99/month and Scale at $29.99/month. There is no per-install billing on any plan — pricing stays predictable as your app grows.