buff.ly

Analyzed 3 months ago
Caution Advised High Traffic
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Score

Domain Age

Unknown

Tranco Rank

#24,885

Operator

Buffer

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AI Analyst Classification

buff.ly is the custom link shortening domain used by Buffer to facilitate post scheduling and engagement tracking across social networks. The platform allows users to shorten long URLs into branded links for cleaner sharing and detailed click analytics.

URL Shorteners social media marketinglink trackingurl shortenercontent scheduling
Parent Company
Buffer Inc.
Specialization
Social Media Link Management
Hosting Provider
Amazon.com, Inc.

Security Considerations

While buff.ly is an established platform, the following functional capabilities require extra vigilance.

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{
  "domain": "buff.ly",
  "confidence": "high",
  "category": {
    "purpose": "url_shortener",
    "specialization": "Social Media Link Management"
  },
  "identity": {
    "headline": "Official URL shortener for the Buffer social media management platform",
    "summary": "buff.ly is the custom link shortening domain used by Buffer to facilitate post scheduling and engagement tracking across social networks. The platform allows users to shorten long URLs into branded links for cleaner sharing and detailed click analytics.",
    "operator": "Buffer",
    "parent_entity": "Buffer Inc.",
    "topics": [
      "social media marketing",
      "link tracking",
      "url shortener",
      "content scheduling"
    ]
  },
  "functions": {
    "is_ugc_platform": false,
    "is_file_host": false,
    "is_url_shortener": true,
    "is_public_idp": false,
    "is_crypto_platform": false,
    "allows_user_subdomains": false,
    "is_form_builder": false,
    "is_document_host": false
  },
  "facts": {
    "registered_date": null,
    "rank": 24885,
    "hosting_provider": "Amazon.com, Inc."
  }
}
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