> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.alterhq.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Connect LinkUp

> Set up LinkUp in Alter through Apps Gallery or Remote MCP

LinkUp is easy to connect and useful for both standard search and deeper research workflows.

## How LinkUp positions itself

* "World's best search for AI apps"
* Focus on factual grounding with sourced answers and trusted content
* Two clear modes: fast standard search and deeper multi-step research
* Strong positioning for business workflows like enrichment, answer engines, and GTM research

## Connection options

* **Apps Gallery** integration
* **Remote MCP Server** with API key

## Connect LinkUp

1. Open **Tools Manager**.
2. Connect LinkUp from **Apps Gallery** or add it in **Remote MCP Servers**.
3. Paste your API key.
4. Enable the connector.

## Free tier

* LinkUp is commonly presented with **1,000 standard requests** and **100 deep research requests** on its free plan.

<Warning>
  Confirm current LinkUp quotas and terms on the official pricing page.
</Warning>

## Example prompts

* "Run a deep research pass on this market and return sources plus confidence notes."
* "Track updates on these five companies and summarize what changed this week."

## Official links

* [https://www.linkup.so/](https://www.linkup.so/)
* [https://docs.linkup.so/](https://docs.linkup.so/)