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Frequently asked questions about Temporary Links.
This article answers the most frequently asked questions about Temporary Links in SPRL. Temporary Links allow you to securely share content that automatically becomes unavailable after meeting one or more configured expiry conditions.
If you're new to Temporary Links, we recommend reading the Getting Started guide before using advanced security features such as password protection, maximum click limits, or inactivity expiry.
A Temporary Link is a short URL that automatically expires based on one or more configured conditions, such as a specific date and time, maximum number of clicks, or a period of inactivity.
Temporary Links are useful for:
Yes. You can select any configured Short Domain when creating a Temporary Link.
Yes. You can use Nested Routes to create structured URL paths for better organisation.
Yes. You can configure only the options that suit your requirements. Additional controls such as password protection, maximum clicks, and inactivity expiry are optional.
| Expiry Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Expiry Date & Time | Expires the link at a specific date and time. |
| Maximum Clicks | Expires the link after a specified number of successful visits. |
| Expire After Inactivity | Expires the link after it remains unused for the configured period. |
Yes. A Temporary Link can include multiple expiry conditions. The link expires as soon as any configured condition is met.
The available quick presets are:
Yes. Password protection can be enabled during link creation to restrict access to authorised users.
Yes. Password protection works alongside expiry dates, maximum click limits, and inactivity expiry.
They will not be able to access the destination URL until the correct password is entered.
Review the status of the Temporary Link in the management section to determine whether it is active or expired.
A Temporary Link expires when one of its configured expiry conditions has been reached, such as the expiry date, maximum click limit, or inactivity timeout.
Yes. You can create a new Temporary Link that points to the same destination URL.
If you need to continue sharing the same destination, create a new Temporary Link with updated settings.
Create a replacement Temporary Link and share the new URL with your recipients.
| Recommendation | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Use password protection for confidential content. | Adds an extra layer of security. |
| Set an appropriate expiry period. | Limits unnecessary access. |
| Use maximum click limits when appropriate. | Restricts repeated access. |
| Enable inactivity expiry for temporary access. | Automatically removes unused links. |
| Test the link before sharing. | Ensures recipients can access the correct destination. |
Check whether the link has expired due to its configured expiry date, maximum click limit, or inactivity timeout.
Ensure the correct password is entered exactly as it was configured when the Temporary Link was created.
Review all configured expiry conditions. The link expires as soon as the first configured condition is met.
Verify the destination URL before creating and sharing the Temporary Link.
| Feature | Supported |
|---|---|
| Custom Short Domain | Yes |
| Nested Route | Yes |
| Expiry Date & Time | Yes |
| Maximum Clicks | Yes |
| Expire After Inactivity | Yes |
| Password Protection | Yes |
| Quick Expiry Presets | 1 Hour, 6 Hours, 1 Day, 3 Days, 7 Days |
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