Pricing & Plans Comparison
[Account and Billing] Pricing & Plans Comparison
Pricing & Plans Comparison
Link Whisper offers flexible pricing tiers designed to accommodate individual bloggers, small businesses, and large agencies. This comprehensive guide breaks down all pricing options, features by tier, AI credits pricing, upgrade paths, and money-back guarantee details.
Understanding Link Whisper's Pricing Structure
Link Whisper uses a two-part pricing model:
Part 1: Plugin License (required)
This is your main subscription that unlocks the plugin.
Billing: Annual (no monthly option for plugin license)
Tiers: Based on number of sites you need to activate
Part 2: AI Credits (optional)
Purchased separately to unlock AI-powered features.
Billing: One-time packages or monthly subscriptions (your choice)
Scope: Works across all sites on your license
Important Distinction:
Plugin license ≠ AI credits
You can use Link Whisper without AI credits and still access:
- ✅ Keyword-based link suggestions
- ✅ One-click insertion (Premium only)
- ✅ Auto-linking rules (Premium only)
- ✅ Reports (Links, Orphan, Broken, Domains)
- ✅ URL Changer
AI credits are optional and only needed for:
- 🤖 Semantic link suggestions
- 🤖 Link Relation Score (relevance %)
- 🤖 Keyword Analysis
- 🤖 Product Detection
Plugin License Tiers & Pricing
Link Whisper Premium offers four main license tiers.
Single Site License
Price: $97 per year
Ideal For:
- 👤 Individual bloggers with one website
- 👤 Small business owners managing single site
- 👤 Freelance content creators
- 👤 Hobby sites or personal blogs
What You Get:
✅ Full Premium features (see "What's Included" below)
✅ Use on 1 WordPress site
✅ Annual updates
✅ Email support
Per-Month Cost: ~$8.08/month (when paid annually)
Renewal: $97 annually
Activation: Activates 1 domain only
3-Site License
Price: $197 per year
Savings: $94 compared to buying 3 single licenses (3 × $97 = $291)
Discount: 32% off per-site cost
Ideal For:
- 📋 Bloggers with multiple niches (e.g., food blog, travel blog, tech blog)
- 📋 Small agencies managing a few client sites
- 📋 Portfolio sites (main site + 2 satellite sites)
- 📋 Entrepreneurs with multiple business websites
What You Get:
✅ Full Premium features on all 3 sites
✅ Activate on any 3 WordPress domains
✅ Annual updates
✅ Email support
Per-Site Cost: ~$65.67/site/year (vs. $97 single site)
Per-Month Total: ~$16.42/month for all 3 sites
Renewal: $197 annually
10-Site License
Price: $497 per year (pricing subject to verification on LinkWhisper.com)
Ideal For:
- 🏢 Digital agencies managing multiple client websites
- 🏢 Medium-sized publishers with portfolio of sites
- 🏢 Affiliate marketers with multiple niche sites
- 🏢 E-commerce brands with main site + regional/niche stores
What You Get:
✅ Full Premium features on all 10 sites
✅ Activate on any 10 WordPress domains
✅ Annual updates
✅ Priority email support
Per-Site Cost: ~$49.70/site/year
Savings: 49% off per-site cost vs. single license
Renewal: $497 annually
50-Site License
Price: $997 per year (pricing subject to verification on LinkWhisper.com)
Ideal For:
- 🏭 Large agencies managing extensive client portfolios
- 🏭 Enterprise publishers with dozens of properties
- 🏭 Massive affiliate networks
- 🏭 White-label providers offering Link Whisper to clients
What You Get:
✅ Full Premium features on all 50 sites
✅ Activate on any 50 WordPress domains
✅ Annual updates
✅ Priority email support
Per-Site Cost: ~$19.94/site/year
Savings: 79% off per-site cost vs. single license
Renewal: $997 annually
License Summary Table:
Note: Verify current pricing at LinkWhisper.com/pricing as prices may change.
What's Included in Every Premium License
All Premium license tiers include the same features - you're not paying for more features, just more site activations.
Core Features (All Tiers):
Automatic Link Suggestions
🔗 Keyword-based suggestions for internal linking
🔗 Inbound and Outbound suggestion tabs
🔗 Suggested anchor text for each link
🔗 Relevance indicators (star ratings)
One-Click Link Insertion (Premium Only)
⚡ Check boxes next to suggestions
⚡ Click "Insert Links" button
⚡ Links added instantly to your content
⚡ Time savings: 30-45 minutes manual linking → 1-2 minutes with Premium
Free Version: Must manually copy/paste each link (no one-click)
Auto-Linking Rules (Premium Only)
🤖 Keyword-based automation - define a keyword, set target URL, auto-link across site
🤖 Bulk import via CSV (hundreds of rules at once)
🤖 Safety controls: Link once per post, select before inserting, frequency limits
🤖 Use cases: Brand mentions, cornerstone content, affiliate links, service pages
Free Version: No auto-linking rules
Comprehensive Reporting
📊 Links Report: Inbound/outbound link counts per post
📊 Orphan Content Report: Posts with zero inbound links
📊 Broken Links Report: Dead external/internal links
📊 Domains Report: All external domains you link to (with bulk delete)
📊 Link Health Dashboard: Coverage %, relation scores, site focus metrics
Free Version: Basic reporting only (limited detail)
URL Changer (Premium Only)
♻️ Bulk find-and-replace for URLs across entire site
♻️ Use cases: HTTP to HTTPS, domain migration, fixing typos, affiliate link updates
♻️ Scope: Updates posts, pages, custom post types (NOT menus/widgets)
♻️ Speed: Small sites 5-15 seconds, large sites 1-2 minutes
Free Version: No URL Changer
Updates & Support
🔄 Automatic updates via WordPress dashboard
🔄 New features included in updates (no extra cost)
🔄 Bug fixes and security patches
📧 Email support (priority for higher tiers)
📧 Response time: Usually within 24 hours
AI Features (Separate Purchase):
These features require AI Credits (see "AI Credits Pricing" below):
🤖 Semantic Link Suggestions: AI understands context beyond keywords
🤖 Link Relation Score: 0-100% relevance for each suggestion
🤖 Keyword Analysis: AI identifies what your content is about
🤖 Product Detection: AI finds products mentioned (for affiliates)
Note: These are optional. Plugin works great without AI.
Free vs. Premium Comparison
Link Whisper offers a Free version to test basic functionality.
Free Version Features:
✅ Link suggestions (keyword-based only)
✅ Basic reporting (limited detail)
✅ Broken link detection
✅ Manual link insertion (copy/paste each link individually)
Free Version Limitations:
❌ No one-click insertion (must manually copy/paste)
❌ No auto-linking rules
❌ No URL Changer
❌ No AI features (semantic analysis, relevance scores)
❌ No Google Search Console integration
❌ No cross-site linking (multi-site feature)
❌ Limited support (community forum only)
Premium Version Benefits:
✅ One-click link insertion - massive time saver
✅ Auto-linking rules - set-and-forget automation
✅ URL Changer - bulk URL updates
✅ Advanced reporting - full link health metrics
✅ AI features (with credits) - smarter suggestions
✅ Google Search Console - target keywords from GSC
✅ Cross-site linking - link between multiple sites
✅ Bulk actions - mass link operations
✅ Priority support - faster response times
✅ Regular updates - new features included
Who Should Use Free vs. Premium:
Free Version Is Fine For:
🎯 Testing Link Whisper before purchasing
🎯 Very small sites (< 50 posts) where manual work is acceptable
🎯 Tight budget but want basic link suggestions
🎯 Learning how internal linking works
Premium Is Essential For:
🚀 Time savings - one-click insertion saves hours/month
🚀 Sites with 100+ posts - manual linking becomes impractical
🚀 Agencies managing multiple clients
🚀 Professional bloggers/publishers
🚀 E-commerce sites with hundreds/thousands of products
🚀 Serious SEO efforts - need comprehensive linking strategy
🚀 Affiliate marketers - auto-linking for affiliate products
ROI Calculation:
Manual Linking Time:
10 hours/month × $50/hour (typical freelancer rate) = $500/month labor cost
Premium License:
$97/year = ~$8/month
Time Saved with Premium:
90% of manual linking time saved = ~9 hours/month saved
Monthly ROI:
$450 saved per month ($500 labor - $50 remaining manual work) - $8 license cost = $442/month net savings
Annual ROI:
$5,304 saved annually for a $97 investment = 5,368% ROI
Even with conservative estimates, Premium pays for itself many times over.
AI Credits Pricing (Optional Add-On)
AI Credits are separate from your plugin license.
AI Credit Packages (One-Time Purchase):
Typical packages (verify current pricing on LinkWhisper.com/ai-plans):
Starter Package:
~$5-10 for ~1,000 credits
Processes: ~100-200 posts (with GPT-4o Mini)
Standard Package:
~$20-30 for ~5,000 credits
Processes: ~500-1,000 posts
Pro Package:
~$40-50 for ~10,000 credits
Processes: ~1,000-2,000 posts
Enterprise Package:
~$75-100 for ~20,000+ credits
Processes: ~2,000-4,000 posts
AI Credits: One-Time vs. Subscription:
One-Time "On-Demand" Packages:
✅ No recurring charges
✅ Credits don't expire (typically)
✅ Buy only when needed
✅ Use at your own pace
Monthly Subscription Plans (If Available):
Some AI credit providers offer monthly subscriptions:
~$10-20/month for recurring credit allocation
Benefits:
- Automatic replenishment
- Predictable costs
- Good for ongoing content creation
Drawbacks:
- Use it or lose it (credits may not roll over)
- Recurring charge even if you don't use credits
Check LinkWhisper.com/ai-plans for current subscription options.
Who Needs AI Credits:
You DON'T need AI credits if:
🚫 Keyword-based suggestions work well for your content
🚫 Budget is tight and you're satisfied with standard features
🚫 Small site (< 100 posts) where standard suggestions are sufficient
You SHOULD consider AI credits if:
✅ Large site (500+ posts) - AI finds connections keyword matching misses
✅ Complex content - technical topics, nuanced subjects
✅ High standards for link relevance
✅ Affiliate marketing - product detection helps identify linking opportunities
✅ Competitive niche - every SEO advantage matters
AI Credit Usage Tips:
Maximize Credit Value:
💡 Always use GPT-4o Mini (not GPT-4o) - 10-12x cheaper, minimal quality loss
💡 Disable unnecessary features (Product Detection, Keyword Analysis if not needed)
💡 Process high-value content first (top traffic pages)
💡 Set higher relevance threshold (reduces API calls)
Estimated Credit Costs for Full Site Processing:
1,000-post site with GPT-4o Mini: ~10,000-15,000 credits = ~$30-50
5,000-post site with GPT-4o Mini: ~75,000-100,000 credits = ~$225-300
1,000-post site with GPT-4o (full): ~120,000-180,000 credits = ~$360-540
Clear Winner: GPT-4o Mini offers excellent results at 1/10th the cost.
Annual vs. Monthly Billing
Plugin License Billing:
Annual Only:
Link Whisper Premium is billed annually.
No monthly payment option available for the plugin license.
Why Annual:
✅ Lower total cost than if monthly were available
✅ Predictable expense for businesses
✅ Ongoing support & updates included
Auto-Renewal:
By default, licenses auto-renew annually.
You can disable auto-renewal in your account settings.
See "Understanding Auto-Renewal & How to Disable It" article for details.
AI Credits Billing (If Subscription):
If you opt for monthly AI credit subscription (if available):
Monthly charges for recurring credit allocation
Can cancel anytime
Check LinkWhisper.com/ai-plans for current subscription terms
Free Trial & Money-Back Guarantee
Free Trial Availability:
7-Day Free Trial available for Premium version.
How It Works:
- Sign up for trial on LinkWhisper.com
- Download Premium ZIP file
- Install on your site
- Test all features for 7 days
- After trial:
- Keep: Charged $97 (or tier price)
- Cancel: No charge if canceled before trial ends
What You Can Test:
✅ One-click link insertion
✅ Auto-linking rules
✅ All reports
✅ URL Changer
✅ Support responsiveness
Note: AI features require separate AI credit purchase (not included in trial).
Free Version (No Trial Needed):
Always Free:
Link Whisper Free version is available permanently at no cost.
No time limit, no trial period - just basic features forever.
Download: From WordPress.org plugin directory
Money-Back Guarantee:
Link Whisper offers a refund policy for unsatisfied customers.
Eligibility:
✅ Product doesn't work as advertised
✅ Technical issues that support cannot resolve
✅ Not a good fit for your workflow
✅ Purchased recently (timeframe varies - check current policy)
Process:
- Contact support: support@linkwhisper.com
- Subject: "Refund Request"
- Explain: Why you're requesting refund
- Support may ask:
- Have you tried troubleshooting?
- What issues did you encounter?
- Can we help resolve the issue?
- If refund approved:
- Processed by support team
- Refund timeline: Typically 10-12 business days to appear in your account
- License deactivated after refund
Refund Policy Details:
For exact refund timeframe and terms, see:
- "Refund Policy & How to Request a Refund" article
- LinkWhisper.com/refund-policy (if available)
- Email support for clarification
Important:
⚠️ AI Credits may have separate refund policy - check when purchasing
⚠️ Unused credits purchased recently may be eligible for refund
Upgrading Between Tiers
Need more site activations? You can upgrade your license.
How to Upgrade:
Step 1: Log Into Account
- Go to LinkWhisper.com
- Click "My Account" or "Login"
- Enter credentials
Step 2: Navigate to Licenses
- Go to "Licenses" or "Subscriptions" section
- Find your current license
Step 3: Upgrade Option
Look for "Upgrade" button or link next to your license.
Click it.
Step 4: Select New Tier
Choose the tier you want to upgrade to:
- Single → 3-Site
- 3-Site → 10-Site
- 10-Site → 50-Site
Step 5: Pay Difference
You'll be charged the prorated difference for the remaining time on your current license.
Example:
You have 6 months remaining on Single Site ($97/year).
You upgrade to 3-Site ($197/year).
Calculation:
6 months = 50% of year remaining
Difference: $197 - $97 = $100 full difference
Prorated charge: $100 × 50% = $50 due now
Renewal: Next year, you'll pay full $197 for 3-Site
Step 6: Confirmation
After payment:
✅ New license key issued (or existing key updated)
✅ Activation limit increased immediately
✅ Confirmation email sent
Downgrading:
Can you downgrade?
Depends on Link Whisper's policy - contact support to inquire.
If allowed:
You'd receive a credit toward next renewal, but likely no refund for mid-term downgrades.
Renewal Process & Pricing
How Renewal Works:
Auto-Renewal (Default):
By default, licenses auto-renew annually at the same tier and current price.
Example:
Purchased 3-Site for $197 on Jan 1, 2024.
Renewal: Jan 1, 2025 - auto-charged $197 (or current pricing)
Renewal Reminder:
You'll receive email notification typically 7-14 days before renewal.
How to Disable Auto-Renewal:
See "Understanding Auto-Renewal & How to Disable It" article for step-by-step instructions.
Quick Version:
- Log into LinkWhisper.com/my-account
- Navigate to "Subscriptions" or "Licenses"
- Find your license
- Click "Cancel Auto-Renewal" or "Do Not Renew"
- Confirm
Result: License expires after current term ends. No charge at renewal date.
Renewal Pricing:
Same Tier: Typically renews at current published price for that tier.
Price Increases: Occasionally, pricing may increase. You'll be notified before renewal.
Grandfathered Pricing: Some companies offer locked pricing for existing customers - check Link Whisper's policy.
Renewal Discount: Sometimes offered as loyalty discount - watch renewal emails.
Choosing the Right Plan
Decision Framework:
Step 1: How Many Sites Do You Manage?
1 site: Single Site License ($97/year)
2-3 sites: 3-Site License ($197/year) - saves $94
4-10 sites: 10-Site License ($497/year) - saves even more per site
10+ sites: 50-Site License ($997/year) - best per-site value
Step 2: Will You Need More Sites in the Future?
Maybe in 6-12 months: Consider starting with higher tier to avoid upgrade hassle
Definitely not: Stick with current needs (you can always upgrade later)
Step 3: Is This for an Agency or Personal Use?
Agency: 10-Site or 50-Site makes sense (client sites)
Personal: Single or 3-Site likely sufficient
Step 4: Budget Considerations
Tight budget: Start with Single Site, upgrade later if needed
Budget allows: 3-Site or 10-Site for best value-per-site
Recommendations by Use Case:
Individual Blogger (1 site):
🎯 Single Site License - $97/year
Small Agency (5-8 client sites):
🎯 10-Site License - $497/year (allows room for growth)
Niche Site Builder (3-5 sites):
🎯 3-Site License - $197/year (start here, upgrade to 10-Site if portfolio grows)
Large Agency (30+ clients):
🎯 50-Site License - $997/year (best per-site value)
E-commerce Multi-Brand (4-6 stores):
🎯 10-Site License - $497/year
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is there a monthly payment option for the plugin license?
A: No. Link Whisper Premium is billed annually only. There is no monthly payment plan for the plugin license itself.
Q: Can I use one license on multiple sites?
A: Yes, depending on your tier. A 3-Site license works on 3 domains, 10-Site on 10 domains, etc. A Single Site license works on 1 domain only.
Q: Do AI credits work across all my sites?
A: Yes! AI credits are account-level, not site-specific. You can use your credits on any or all sites covered by your license.
Q: What happens if I don't renew?
A: Your license expires. The plugin will stop receiving updates and cease functioning fully. You'll need to renew or remove the plugin.
Q: Can I get a refund after using the plugin for 6 months?
A: Probably not. Refunds are typically for recent purchases where technical issues occurred or product didn't meet expectations. Check refund policy for exact timeframe.
Q: Is the 7-day trial really free?
A: Yes, if you cancel before trial ends, you are not charged. If you keep the plugin, you're charged the license fee.
Q: Do all premium tiers get the same features?
A: Yes! Higher tiers simply allow more site activations. Features are identical across all Premium tiers.
Q: Can I transfer my license to different sites?
A: Yes, you can deactivate on one site and activate on another, as long as you stay within your license's total site limit. See "License Deactivation & Transfer" article.
Q: What if I need 15 sites but 50-Site is too expensive?
A: Start with 10-Site, then add a 5-Site tier (if available) or Single licenses as needed. Contact support for custom pricing for large agencies.
Q: Are AI credits required to use Link Whisper?
A: No! AI credits are completely optional. Link Whisper's core features (keyword-based suggestions, one-click insertion, reports, auto-linking) work without AI credits.
Need Help Choosing?
Still unsure which plan is right for you?
Contact Support:
Email: support@linkwhisper.com
Subject: "Help Choosing the Right License Tier"
Include:
- Number of sites you currently manage
- Plans to add more sites in next 6-12 months
- Your use case (agency, blogger, e-commerce, etc.)
- Budget constraints (if any)
Response Time: Usually within 24 hours
Support can provide personalized recommendations based on your specific needs.
Or Try Free Version First:
Not ready to commit? Download the Free version from WordPress.org to test basic functionality before purchasing Premium.
Choose the plan that fits your needs and budget!