Frequently Asked
Questions
Everything you need to know about link anonymization and privacy protection with hide.ws.
What is an HTTP Referrer?
An HTTP Referrer is a piece of information sent by your browser to a website you're visiting. It tells the destination site which page you came from. While useful for analytics, it can leak private browsing history. hide.ws strips this data, ensuring the destination only sees "Direct traffic" or our own domain instead of your source URL.
Is hide.ws free to use?
Yes, our core link anonymization service is completely free and requires no registration. We believe privacy should be accessible to everyone. We offer premium tiers for high-volume enterprise API access, but the web tool will always remain free for individuals.
How secure is hide.ws?
Security is our core mission. We use 256-bit SSL encryption for all traffic and employ a strict no-logs policy. Your original URLs are never stored in our permanent databases, and our infrastructure is distributed across global edge nodes to prevent single points of failure.
Do I need to install any software?
No installation is required. hide.ws works directly in your browser. Simply paste your link on our homepage, and we generate a secure alias for you. It works seamlessly across mobile and desktop devices.
Will my links ever expire?
By default, generated links are persistent. However, for enhanced privacy, we are rolling out a feature that allows users to set "self-destruct" timers on links, making them expire after a certain number of clicks or a specific duration.
Still have questions?
Our support team is available 24/7 to help you with any technical inquiries or partnership requests.