Link Expiration

Link expiration allows you to control how long a link remains active. This is useful for time-sensitive campaigns, limited offers, or temporary access.

Types of Expiration

Date-Based Expiration

Set a specific date and time when the link should expire. After this time, clicking the link will show an expiration message.

Click-Based Expiration

Set a maximum number of clicks. Once reached, the link stops working. Perfect for exclusive content or limited downloads.

Combined Expiration

Use both methods together. The link expires when either condition is met first.

Setting Expiration

To add expiration to a link:

Create a new link or edit an existing one
Expand the Advanced Settings section
Enable Link Expiration
Choose expiration type and set values
Save the link

Important

Once a link expires, it cannot be automatically reactivated. You can manually extend the expiration or remove the limit.

What Visitors See

When someone clicks an expired link, they're shown a friendly message explaining that the link is no longer available. You can customize this message in your account settings.

Common Use Cases

Limited-Time Offers

Set a date expiration for promotional links that should only work during a sale period.

Event Registration

Expire links after an event date or when registration capacity is reached.

Exclusive Content

Limit downloads or access to the first N people using click-based expiration.

Temporary Access

Share secure documents or files that should only be accessible for a limited time.

Setting Expiration via API

{
  "url": "https://example.com/offer",
  "alias": "summer-sale",
  "expires_at": "2024-08-31T23:59:59Z",
  "max_clicks": 1000
}