How Link Checker Works

Paste the Link

Paste the Link

Copy any link you’re unsure about and paste it into our Link Checker tool.

We Analyze It Instantly

We Analyze It Instantly

Our system scans the link without opening it for phishing threats, malware, suspicious redirects, and tracking elements.

Get a Safety Report

Get a Safety Report

See precise, instant results that tell you whether the link is safe to click or best avoided.

Why Use a Link Checker?

Not all links are what they seem. Many phishing attacks, malware infections, and privacy breaches begin with a simple click on a suspicious URL.

AstrillVPN’s Link Checker helps you:

  • Avoid phishing sites that mimic trusted platforms.
  • Detect hidden malware and harmful redirects.
  • Spot tracking links that monitor your activity.
  • Check shortened or unfamiliar URLs with confidence.
Why Use a Link Checker

What Makes AstrillVPN’s Link Checker Unique?

AstrillVPN’s Link Checker is designed with both security and privacy in mind. Unlike generic scanners, our tool focuses on accuracy, speed, and user trust.

No data stored

No data stored

Your scanned links are never logged or saved.

Real-time threat analysis

Real-time threat analysis

Backed by the latest threat intelligence.

Fast and lightweight

Fast and lightweight

Instant results without slowing you down.

Completely free

Completely free

No signups, no strings attached.

Built by AstrillVPN experts

Built by AstrillVPN experts

Trusted by professionals and privacy advocates.

Tips to Stay Safe Online

Even with the right tools, staying secure online requires smart habits. Here are a few key tips to protect yourself from digital threats.

Avoid clicking

Avoid clicking on unknown or shortened links unless you’ve verified them with a tool like ours

Check email senders

Double-check email senders before trusting any link or attachment.

Two-factor authentication

Use strong, unique passwords and enable two-factor authentication.

Keep devices updated

Keep your software and devices updated to patch security vulnerabilities.

Be cautious

Be cautious on public Wi-Fi and consider using a VPN to encrypt your traffic.

Ignore urgent

Ignore urgent or threatening messages that pressure you to act quickly.

Take your security to the next level with AstrillVPN

Cyber threats are not limited to suspicious URLs. With phishing, tracking, and malware becoming more advanced, a link scanner is only the beginning.

Access expert tools, insights, and tips to stay protected across every corner of the internet.

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Take your security to the next level with AstrillVPN

Frequently asked questions

Is this Link Checker tool free?

Yes, AstrillVPN’s Link Checker is completely free to use. There are no hidden fees, no subscriptions, and no account required.

Do you log or store any link I scan?

No, we respect your privacy. The links you scan are never logged, stored, or shared. Each check is processed in real time and then discarded.

Will the tool open or follow the link?

No, the tool does not open or interact with the link. It analyzes the URL safely in the background to detect threats without triggering any redirects or loading the page.

Can it detect shortened or disguised URLs?

The tool automatically expands shortened links and analyzes the final destination for hidden threats or suspicious activity.

What types of threats can it detect?

It can identify phishing attempts, malicious redirects, malware-hosting domains, and privacy-invading trackers.