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href.li operates primarily as a URL shortener, focusing on referrer anonymization service. href.li is a utility service that allows users to generate redirect links that strip the HTTP Referer header, enhancing privacy by preventing destination sites from seeing the source of the traffic.
Historical and current IP address mappings for this domain.
| IP Address / Infrastructure | Status | Subdomains | Last Seen |
|---|---|---|---|
AUTOMATTIC - Automattic, Inc (AS2635) | Active | href.li | Today |
AUTOMATTIC - Automattic, Inc (AS2635) | Active | href.li | Today |
Real experiences from people who visited this domain
URLert analyzed recent scan activity for href.li and found 1 result.
| Status | Target URL | Type | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safe | https://href.li/ | 11h ago |
While href.li is an established platform, these capabilities require extra vigilance.
href.li converts URLs into short codes that hide the actual destination. Before clicking shortened links, use a URL expander tool or hover to preview where the link actually leads.
Remember: The platform itself is established, but even established platforms can be abused.
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