Link Safety Checker

What is Link Safety Checker?

Link Safety Checker scans any URL to tell you if it's safe to visit. Before you click on a suspicious link from an email or message, paste it here to check for malware, phishing scams, and other online threats.

Why Would You Need to Check Link Safety?

Dangerous links are everywhere online. Here are some situations where checking first can save you trouble:

• Suspicious emails: Someone sends you a link claiming to be from your bank or a delivery company - check it before clicking
• Social media messages: A friend's hacked account sends you a strange link - verify it's not a scam
• Shortened URLs: Links like bit.ly hide the real destination - find out where they actually go
• Online shopping: Found a deal on an unfamiliar website - make sure it's not a fake store
• Downloads: Before downloading software from a new site - check if the site is trustworthy

How to Check Link Safety - Step by Step

1. Copy the link: Right-click on the suspicious link and select "Copy link address" (don't click the link itself!)
2. Paste it here: Click on the input box above and paste the URL you copied
3. Click Check: Hit the "Check URL Safety" button or just press Enter on your keyboard
4. Read the results: You'll see a green checkmark if it's safe, or a red warning with details if there's a problem

Key Features

• Google Safe Browsing protection: We use the same security database that protects Chrome, Firefox, and Safari users worldwide
• Multiple threat detection: Catches malware sites, phishing pages, unwanted software, and harmful downloads
• Instant results: Get your answer in seconds - no waiting around
• Recent history: See your last 5 checked links right on the page
• Works without an account: No signup needed - just paste and check

Tips for Best Results

• Always copy the full URL including "https://" for the most accurate check
• If a shortened link shows warnings, don't visit it even if it's from someone you know
• A "safe" result doesn't guarantee the site is legitimate - use common sense too
• When in doubt, go directly to websites by typing the address yourself instead of clicking links

Frequently Asked Questions

What threats can this tool detect?

We check for malware (software that can harm your computer), phishing (fake sites that steal passwords), unwanted software (programs that do things you didn't agree to), and harmful downloads.

Is a "safe" result 100% guaranteed?

While we use Google's extensive threat database, no tool catches everything. New scam sites appear daily. Always be cautious with links from unknown sources.

Do you store the URLs I check?

We don't save your checked URLs or any personal information. Each check is private and anonymous.

Why does my link show warnings but looks fine to me?

Some dangerous sites look completely normal on the surface. They might be impersonating real companies or hiding malicious code. Trust the warning and avoid the site.