Burn After Reading Short Link Generator

Tool Introduction

"Burn After Reading Short Link Generator" is an online tool designed specifically to protect information privacy and control content dissemination. It allows you to convert lengthy original URLs into concise short links and imbue these short links with "burn after reading" characteristics. This means you can set a maximum access count or a specific expiration time for the short link. Once these conditions are met, the short link will automatically become invalid and inaccessible, ensuring that shared information is effective only within a limited scope and effectively enhancing information security.

Core features include:

• Original URL Conversion: Shorten any legally ICP filed original URL.
• Custom Domain Support: Users can choose to use their own domain to generate short links, increasing brand recognition.
• Maximum Access Count Limit: Set the maximum number of times a short link can be accessed before it expires, defaulting to 1, i.e., a one-time link.
• Expiration Time Setting: Set the validity period of the short link, supporting units such as days (d), hours (h), minutes (m), defaulting to 1 day.

How to Use

Using this tool to generate burn-after-reading short links is very simple:

1. In the "Original URL (ICP filed)" input box, paste the complete original URL for which you want to generate a short link. Please ensure that the URL is legal, compliant, and has been ICP filed.
2. If you need to use your own domain to generate short links, please fill in your domain in the "Custom Domain" input box, for example, short.yourcompany.com. If left blank, the platform's default domain will be used.
3. In the "Maximum Access Count" input box, enter a number to set the upper limit for how many times the short link can be accessed. For example, entering1 means the link will expire after being accessed once. Leaving it blank will use the default value1.
4. In the "Expiration Time (d(days), h(hours), m(minutes))" input box, enter the validity period of the link. For example, entering30m means it expires after 30 minutes,2h means it expires after 2 hours, and7d means it expires after 7 days. Leaving it blank will use the default value1d.
5. Click the generate button, and the system will immediately generate a short link with burn-after-reading characteristics for you.

Input Parameter Description:

• Original URL (ICP filed) (target): Required, the original link you wish to convert. The format should be a complete URL, such as https://www.example.com/page.
• Custom Domain (domain): Optional, a custom domain used to generate short links. If filled in, the generated short link will use this domain.
• Maximum Access Count (maxAccessCount): Optional, number type. The maximum number of times the link can be accessed before it expires. The default value is 1.
• Expiration Time (d(days), h(hours), m(minutes)) (expire): Optional, string type. The validity period of the link. Supported formats include 1d (1 day), 2h (2 hours), 30m (30 minutes). The default value is 1d.

Output Result Format:

The tool will generate the following information:

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: What is a "burn after reading" short link, and what is it used for?
• A: A "burn after reading" short link refers to a link that automatically expires after being accessed a specified number of times or reaching a specified time. It is mainly used for sharing temporary, sensitive, or information that needs to control its dissemination scope, such as one-time coupons, temporary meeting notifications, confidential document previews, etc., effectively enhancing information security and controllability.
• Q: Can the validity period of the generated short link be customized?
• A: Yes, you can set it flexibly. You can control the click count limit of the link through the "Maximum Access Count" parameter (defaulting to 1 time), and set the link to expire after a specific time through the "Expiration Time" parameter (supporting days, hours, minutes, defaulting to 1 day). The link will automatically expire when either condition is met.
• Q: Can I use my own domain to generate short links?
• A: Absolutely. Fill in your custom domain with configured DNS resolution in the "Custom Domain" input box, and the tool will generate a short link with your domain, which helps unify your brand image.
• Q: Can a short link be restored after it expires?
• A: No. Once a short link expires due to reaching its maximum access count or expiration time, it is irreversible and cannot be accessed again. If you need to share the same content again, you will need to generate a new burn-after-reading short link.

Uses of Burn After Reading Links

Burn after reading short links have significant application value in various scenarios due to their unique timeliness and privacy:

• Temporary File Sharing: Share temporary file download links with colleagues or friends, preventing files from being widely disseminated or accessed without authorization.
• One-time Coupons/Invitation Codes: Limit the usage of coupons or invitation codes, ensuring each user can only claim once, effectively controlling marketing costs.
• Private Information Transmission: Suitable for transmitting passwords, sensitive text, etc., ensuring information disappears immediately after being read, reducing the risk of information leakage.
• Event Registration/Surveys: Limit the number of participants or time for registration or surveys, improving the accuracy and efficiency of activities.
• Content Trial/Preview: Provide article, video, or report preview links with limited access times or duration, stimulating user interest while protecting copyright.

Important Notes

• Original URL Legality: The original URL you enter must be legal, compliant, and ICP filed. Do not use it to generate short links pointing to illegal content or malicious websites.
• Custom Domain Configuration: If using a custom domain, please ensure that the domain's DNS resolution is correctly configured to point to this short link service; otherwise, the generated short link may not be accessible.
• Link Expiration is Irreversible: Once a short link expires due to reaching its maximum access count or expiration time, it cannot be recovered. Please be cautious when setting parameters to avoid inconvenience.
• Principle of Reasonable Use: Please use this tool for legitimate and lawful purposes. Any misuse of this tool, such as for phishing, spreading malware, or illegal content, is prohibited.
• Protocol Compatibility: It is recommended to usehttps://-starting original URLs to ensure optimal security and compatibility for the generated short links.