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Interlink is built around mailed newspapers. Pelcro is built around print and digital subscriptions.

Interlink is circulation and postal-presort software used by more than 1,500 community newspapers. Pelcro runs print, digital and bundled subscriptions, billing, paywalls and fulfillment on one subscriber record.

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Where Interlink and Pelcro differ

Both manage newspaper subscribers and print delivery. These differences come from Interlink's own site.

  1. No paywall or content-access control advertised

    Interlink
    We found no paywall, metering or reader-login features on Interlink's site; its WebPay service lets readers subscribe, renew and pay online.
    Pelcro
    Pelcro includes metered, freemium and hard paywalls on every plan.

  2. Windows-only desktop software

    Interlink
    Interlink Circulation requires a Windows 7, 8 or 10 operating system, and Interlink does not support running it on a Mac.
    Pelcro
    Pelcro is a hosted platform your team signs in to over the web, so there is no Windows software to install.

  3. Capped at 30 subscription rates

    Interlink
    Interlink Circulation supports up to 30 subscription rates, each with up to four subscription lengths.
    Pelcro
    Pelcro supports unlimited plans and billing intervals.

Side-by-side comparison

Pelcro vs Interlink, capability by capability

Pelcro brings print, digital, billing, and subscriber experience into one platform.

Capability comparison between Pelcro and Interlink across 8 categories.
CapabilityPelcroInterlink
AI Coding Agent
  • Build paywalls, offer pages & checkouts from a prompt
  • Changes ship as code on a branch with a preview link
  • One-click rollback
YesNo
Subscription & Product Management
  • Unified print + digital management
  • Flexible product & plan configuration
  • Subscription lifecycle management
YesPartial
Billing & Payments
  • Recurring billing & invoicing
  • Multiple payment methods
  • Dunning & failed payment recovery
  • Check processing
YesPartial
Access & UX
  • Native paywall capabilities
  • Authentication & entitlement management
  • Self-serve subscriber portal
  • Social login
YesPartial
Fulfillment & Print
  • Print fulfillment workflows
  • USPS validation & presorting
  • Real-time subscription & delivery management
YesYes
Data & Reporting
  • Real-time reporting & dashboards
  • Audience segmentation
YesPartial
Automation & Integrations
  • Workflow automation
  • API-first architecture
YesPartial
Services & Support
  • Managed subscriber services
YesPartial

Pelcro AI Coding Agent

Skip the separate page builder

Describe the paywall, offer page, or checkout you want. Pelcro's AI Coding Agent writes valid Pelcro code, opens a branch, and hands you a preview link to approve — no separate no-code page builder to license or maintain.

Example prompt

“Add a metered paywall to article pages”

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  • No separate page builder

    Build paywalls, offer pages, and checkout flows from a prompt, wired to Pelcro from the first commit.

  • No engineering ticket

    Launch a new offer without waiting on a deploy window or a developer's backlog.

  • Keep the site you already run

    The agent reads your WordPress or Arc theme and mounts the paywall where your article body renders.

  • Every change is reviewable

    Changes are ordinary code on a branch with a preview link. Rollback is one click.

The future of publishing is here

Save 50% of your subscription management costs with one modern unified system

  • Manage print and digital subscribers from one dashboard

    Issue refunds, view invoices and fulfillments, all from one single source of truth.

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  • Automate invoicing, accounts receivable, and payable

    Automate recurring billing processes to save yourself and your team time.

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  • Offer seamless end-user experiences with client portals

    Let your users manage their subscriptions, invoices, payment methods and profiles with their client portal to improve experiences and reduce customer support inquiries.

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Migration made easy

Switching from Interlink shouldn't disrupt your operations

Pelcro doesn't just provide software — we provide hands-on support for your entire subscription operation. From onboarding and migrations to customer support and fulfillment, our team ensures a smooth transition without disrupting your business.

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An honest take

When Interlink may be the better fit

Pelcro isn't the right choice for every team. Interlink may suit you better if one of these describes your situation.

Pelcro vs Interlink: frequently asked questions

Last updated: . Claims about Interlink were checked against Interlink's own website on that date.

Does Interlink offer a paywall?

We found no paywall, metering or content-access feature on Interlink's website. Its WebPay service lets readers subscribe, renew and pay online with a one-time payment or recurring Autopay. Pelcro includes metered, freemium and hard paywalls on every plan.

Is Interlink USPS certified?

Yes. Interlink says its presort is PAVE-certified by the Postal Service, and True Newspaper Mail uses PAVE Gold certified presort technology. Pelcro offers CASS-certified USPS address verification, NCOA updates and the carrier route and delivery point codes used for USPS presort rates.

Does Interlink publish its pricing?

No. Interlink licenses its circulation software annually, priced by how often you publish and the size of your publication. Pelcro publishes its plans: a free plan for up to 100 customers, Advanced at $450 a month, Professional at $800 a month, and custom Enterprise pricing above 5,000 customers.

What is the main difference between Pelcro and Interlink?

Interlink is Windows-based circulation and presort software for mail-delivered community newspapers, with e-edition billing and online subscribe and renew through WebPay. Pelcro runs print, digital and bundled subscriptions, billing, paywalls and fulfillment on one subscriber record. Interlink goes deeper on USPS mail preparation, while Pelcro adds paywalls and digital access control. For home delivery, Pelcro manages carriers with routes, per-copy rates, delivery sequence and carrier tips, and sells newsstand copies and back issues on the same platform.

Can I migrate from Interlink to Pelcro?

Yes. Pelcro includes an import tool on every plan, and Pelcro Professional Services can migrate user data and subscriptions, with limits that may apply by plan. Interlink's site documents list imports but not a bulk export, so confirm the export format with Interlink.

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