URL Security & Expiration Policies
How we keep our URL shortening service safe and secure for everyone
URL Safety Checks
We've integrated VirusTotal's powerful threat detection API to scan URLs before they're shortened. This provides protection against malicious and phishing websites.
How It Works
- All URLs from unauthenticated users and free accounts are automatically scanned
- URLs are checked against 70+ antivirus engines and website scanners
- Any URL flagged as malicious by security vendors will be blocked
- Suspicious URLs with multiple flags will also be rejected
Benefits
This protection helps prevent our service from being used to spread malware, phishing attempts, or other harmful content. It creates a safer environment for all users.
Link Expiration Policies
To manage system resources and maintain service quality, we implement expiration policies based on account type:
Unauthenticated Users
Links created without an account expire after 24 hours. This policy helps prevent abuse and encourages account creation.
Free Accounts
Links created with free accounts also expire after 24 hours. All links undergo VirusTotal security checks.
Base Accounts
Links can remain active for up to 3 months. Users can choose from multiple expiration options.
Plus Accounts
Create permanent links that never expire. Plus users have full control over their links and can manually deactivate them if needed.
Need More Control?
Upgrade your account to get longer link lifetimes, custom short codes, and enhanced analytics.