Context rules
Match country, device category, browser language, or active time window.
LINKTIMER GUIDE
Smart routing inside an expiring link lifecycle
LinkTimer routing rules let one managed URL select a destination based on available request context while preserving the same expiration and open-limit controls.
What this option gives you
Weighted variants
Split matching traffic among destinations using weights.
Lifecycle compatibility
Routing still obeys LinkTimer expiry, pause, password, and open-count rules.
Practical use cases
Regional landing pages
Send available country traffic to a localized page.
App campaigns
Separate mobile and desktop destinations.
Language experience
Use browser language as a routing hint.
Controlled tests
Use weights for a simple destination comparison.
How it works
Create a managed link
Start with a safe public fallback destination.
Add prioritized rules
Choose match criteria and destination URLs.
Test each context
Verify that all variants remain valid and compliant.
Important limitation
Request context may be incomplete or approximate. Smart routing is not a substitute for consent, legal review, or destination-side localization.
Frequently asked questions
What happens when no rule matches?
The original link destination is used.
Can rules override expiration?
No. Expiration is evaluated before destination routing.
Is location always available?
No. Country or city headers depend on infrastructure and may be unknown.
Can I run weighted tests?
Yes, matching weighted variants can divide traffic probabilistically.
Authoritative external resources
These links provide additional context from the destination provider or recognized security resources. External sites are responsible for their own content and policies.
- Google Safe Browsing Transparency ReportCheck whether a destination has known unsafe-content warnings before sharing it.
- OWASP phishing guidanceUnderstand common deceptive-link patterns and why LinkTimer keeps the destination hostname visible.
Related LinkTimer guides
Ready to make the destination temporary?
Choose the expiration rule, confirm the destination, and share the generated LinkTimer URL or QR code.
Open the LinkTimer creator