rkns.link operates primarily as a URL shortener, focusing on corporate link redirection. rkns.link is a specialized URL shortening domain used by Rakuten Group for marketing, surveys, and internal link management. It primarily serves to redirect users to specific Rakuten Insight or promotional landing pages. It is operated by Rakuten Group, Inc., a subsidiary of Rakuten Group, Inc..
Historical and current IP address mappings for this domain.
| IP Address / Infrastructure | Status | Subdomains | Last Seen |
|---|---|---|---|
CLOUDFLARENET - Cloudflare, Inc. (AS13335) | Active | rkns.link | Today |
CLOUDFLARENET - Cloudflare, Inc. (AS13335) | Active | rkns.link | Today |
Real experiences from people who visited this domain
URLert analyzed recent scan activity for rkns.link and found 4 results.
| Status | Target URL | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Suspicious | https://rkns.link/gqwaw | 5d ago |
| Malicious | https://rkns.link/559f9 | 1mo ago |
| Malicious | https://rkns.link/1subj | 2mo ago |
| Suspicious | https://rkns.link/kb23x | 2mo ago |
While rkns.link is an established platform, these capabilities require extra vigilance.
rkns.link 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.
Learn about common risks for this type of website
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"facts": {
"registered_date": "2021-07-13T14:05:41.714000Z",
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