# Ribbon - a linkding client — Your self-hosted bookmarks

> Native iOS client for self-hosted Linkding bookmark manager. (iPhone/iPad app by Cory Dransfeldt.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ribbon-a-linkding-client/id6762416055 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Cory Dransfeldt](https://appshunter.io/developer/1682961961)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 5 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-04-17
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ribbon-a-linkding-client/id6762416055/reviews.md

## What is Ribbon?

Ribbon is a native iPhone and iPad app for Linkding, the fast, self-hosted bookmark manager. Browse, search, and save your bookmarks from anywhere — your data stays on your server, always.

Features

- Browse your bookmarks with filter pills: All, Unread, Untagged, and Archived
- Search across active and archived bookmarks simultaneously
- Add bookmarks with automatic title and description prefill
- Save from Safari or any app with the share extension
- Clipboard detection — Ribbon offers to use a URL you already copied
- Organize with tags and smart Bundles
- Archive, edit, and delete with swipe actions or press-and-hold menus
- Bulk actions — archive, delete, tag, or mark multiple bookmarks at once
- Secure credential storage in the iOS Keychain

Requirements

Ribbon requires a running Linkding instance. Linkding is a free, open-source bookmark manager you self-host on your own server or NAS. Visit linkding.link to get started.

Your Linkding API token can be found under Settings → API Access in your Linkding instance.

## Key features

- Browse bookmarks with filter pills
- Search active and archived bookmarks
- Add bookmarks with prefill
- Save from Safari via share extension
- Clipboard URL detection
- Organize with tags and bundles
- Swipe actions for editing

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ribbon-a-linkding-client/id6762416055/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Terrific

*2026-07-09*

I’ve used a lot of self-hosted bookmarking apps over the years, and this is the best one by far. This app alone is reason enough to choose Linkding for bookmarks.

### 5/5 — 👌

*2026-05-17*

I don’t normally write app reviews but this seems like a hidden gem worth the shoutout. Stable, no nonsense, looks good, in active development. Very much worth the few bucks over other free options. Nice work!

### 5/5 — Finally!

*2026-04-19*

Finally a great native Linkding client. Very solid and developing rapidly. A must-buy!

## Frequently asked questions about Ribbon

### What is Ribbon?

Ribbon is a native iPhone and iPad application designed to interact with Linkding, a self-hosted bookmark manager. It allows users to browse, search, and save their bookmarks directly from their iOS devices.

### Does Ribbon require a Linkding instance?

Yes, Ribbon requires a running Linkding instance to function. Linkding is a free, open-source bookmark manager that you need to self-host on your own server or NAS. You can find setup instructions at linkding.link.

### How much does Ribbon cost?

Ribbon is a paid application, available for $2.99. This one-time purchase grants you access to all its features for managing your Linkding bookmarks.

### What devices does Ribbon support?

Ribbon is currently supported on iPhone. The app is designed to be a native experience for iOS users.

### How often is Ribbon updated?

The latest version of Ribbon is 1.3.5, released on May 18, 2026. The app was initially released on April 17, 2026, indicating recent development activity.

### What are the main ways to organize bookmarks in Ribbon?

Ribbon allows you to organize bookmarks using tags and smart Bundles. You can also filter your bookmarks by status such as All, Unread, Untagged, and Archived.

### Can I save bookmarks from other apps using Ribbon?

Yes, Ribbon includes a share extension that allows you to save bookmarks directly from Safari or any other app on your iOS device. It also features clipboard detection to offer saving URLs you've copied.

### Is Ribbon suitable for users concerned about data privacy?

Ribbon is designed for users who prioritize data privacy, as it connects to your self-hosted Linkding instance. This means your bookmark data remains on your server and is not stored by the app developer.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6.0 — 2026-08-09

FEATURE: Sort your bookmarks by newest, oldest, recently updated, or title. The sort button sits next to the filter, and your choice is remembered between launches. (The recently-updated sorts need Linkding 1.46 or newer.)
FEATURE: Delete a tag by swiping or long-pressing it in the Tags tab. It comes off every bookmark that uses it, so Ribbon asks you to confirm first. Needs Linkding 1.46 or newer.
FEATURE: Bundles can filter by read and shared state, and bundle rows show those filters alongside their tags and search terms. Needs Linkding 1.46 or newer.
IMPROVED: The Unread filter now covers your whole library instead of just your most recent bookmarks, and loads more as you scroll.

### 1.5.3 — 2026-08-01

FIXED: bugs when executing bulk actions on a list of bookmarks.

### 1.5.2 — 2026-07-28

FIXED: bug where tag suggestions would not show in the app's share sheet extension.

### 1.5.1 — 2026-07-28

FIXED: The filter and sort controls can be dragged across, not just tapped, and no longer flicker when you switch between sections.
IMPROVED: Screen titles line up consistently across Bookmarks, Tags, and Bundles.

### 1.5.0 — 2026-07-28

FEATURE: Save bookmarks with Siri and Shortcuts. Ask Siri to "save this to Ribbon," add a Save Bookmark step to any shortcut, or assign it to the Action Button. Saving a URL you've already bookmarked keeps the title, notes, and tags you'd added.
IMPROVED: Text scales with your Dynamic Type setting throughout the app.
IMPROVED: VoiceOver describes every button and status icon, and tab bar items are labeled.
IMPROVED: Tags wrap onto multiple lines instead of scrolling off the edge of a row.
IMPROVED: Filter and sort controls stay put while you scroll.
IMPROVED: Bulk actions are faster, and returning to Ribbon no longer reloads your whole library when nothing has changed.
IMPROVED: Link previews are no longer cropped to a square.
FIXED: Bulk tag changes no longer overwrite edits made elsewhere.
FIXED: Notes are no longer erased when the share sheet saves a URL you'd already bookmarked.
FIXED: Editing a bundle no longer moves it in your bundle list.
FIXED: Visual glitches when opening the bulk actions menu.

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All apps by Cory Dransfeldt: https://appshunter.io/developer/1682961961

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