Not every link should live forever. A flash-sale page, a time-boxed RSVP, a temporary download — sometimes you want a link that simply stops working after a certain date. That's an expiring link, and lynkily makes it a one-field setting.
What is an expiring link?
An expiring (or "temporary") link is a short link with an end date. Before that date it forwards normally; after it, lynkily shows an "expired" page instead of the destination. You don't have to remember to turn it off — it happens automatically.
How to make a link expire (step by step)
- Open the link creator and paste your destination URL.
- Under Expires In, choose how long it should stay live (1 day, 1 week, 1 month, and so on).
- Create the link and share it.
- After the window passes, the link automatically stops forwarding.
Need a specific calendar date instead of a preset? Open the link from your dashboard and hit Edit — you can set an exact expiration date there, or clear it to make the link permanent again.
Great uses for expiring links
- Flash sales & limited offers — the link dies when the promo ends.
- Event RSVPs — stop registrations after the deadline.
- Temporary downloads — share a file link that isn't live forever.
- Time-boxed campaigns — keep old QR codes and links from sending people to stale pages.
Pair it with a password
Expiration controls how long a link works; a password-protected link controls who can open it. Use both together for a link that's private and time-limited.
Is it free?
Yes — expiring links are included, with unlimited clicks while active. Paid plans (from $3/mo) add full click analytics and more; see pricing.