Protecting Links and Files with Passwords
TinyX lets you add a password to any short link or shared file. Visitors are shown a prompt before they can access the destination — no account required on their end.
Adding a Password to a Link
- Go to Links and click New Link (or edit an existing one)
- Scroll to the Security section
- Toggle on Password protection and enter your password
- Save the link
When someone visits your short link, they'll see a password entry screen before being redirected. They won't see the destination URL until they enter the correct password.
Adding a Password to a File
- Go to Files and click the file you want to protect
- In the file settings, toggle on Password protection and set a password
- Save
Anyone you share the file link with will need the password to download it.
Tips
Sharing the password: TinyX doesn't send the password to recipients — that's intentional. Share it separately via a different channel (text message, email, in person) for better security.
Changing a password: You can update or remove the password on any link or file at any time from its edit screen. Existing clicks or downloads already completed are not affected.
Forgotten passwords: TinyX doesn't store passwords in a recoverable way. If you lose it, remove the old password and set a new one.
Common Questions
Why isn't my link working?
If someone says your link "doesn't work," check whether you set a password — they may have entered it incorrectly or not realised a password was required.
Does the password protect the destination URL from being seen in browser history?
Yes. Visitors are redirected only after a successful password check, so the destination URL doesn't appear until they authenticate.
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Updated on: 23/04/2026
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