What is Link Shield?

Link Shield URL Threat Detection API Provides real‑time scanning of URLs for phishing, malware, scams, adult content, gambling, crypto, and spam. Delivers a risk score (0‑100) and explanatory reasons for each link, enabling automated blocking, warning, or review decisions.

Handles bulk submissions, returning per‑link scores in a single request. Follows redirects and unwraps short links to expose hidden destinations before users click. Exposes clear REST endpoints and concise documentation for rapid integration. Designed for developers building user‑generated content platforms, chat apps, or any service that accepts external URLs.

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Link Shield pricing Subscription

Hobby $10/mo

Pro $100/mo

Business $1000/mo

Verify on the official pricing page.

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Link Shield's key features

Real-time URL risk scoring
Bulk URL batch scoring
Redirect-aware link scanning
Transparent risk explanations
Multi-category threat detection
REST API integration
AI-assisted phishing detection

Link Shield use cases

Integrate Link Shield’s real‑time risk score API into your email gateway to automatically detect and quarantine phishing or malware URLs before they reach end‑users.
Use the bulk link threat detection feature to scan large batches of user‑generated URLs on your social media platform, filtering out spam, gambling, or adult content in real time.
Embed the redirect‑unwrap scanner into your content management system to safely resolve short links and verify their safety before publishing, ensuring compliance with corporate security policies.