This feature is only available for Pro plans and above.
Step 1: Create a link
- Log into your AffEasy dashboard.
- Click on the Create Link button in the top right corner of the dashboard.
- Enter the destination URL and, if desired, a custom short link.

Step 2: Set a password
- In the link builder, scroll down to the Password Protection section.
- Toggle the switch to enable password protection.
- Enter a password for the link.


Step 3 (optional): Pass the password in the URL
For convenience, you can include the password as a query parameter in the URL. This allows automatic authentication and redirection to the destination URL. Example:- Password-protected link: aff.easy/protected-link
- Link with password included as a query parameter: aff.easy/protected-link?pw=secretpass
Be cautious when sharing links with embedded passwords, as they may be visible
in browser history or server logs.
Step 4 (optional): Set a custom logo for the password page
For Pro plan users and above, you can customize the password page with your company’s logo:- Go to your workspace settings by clicking on Settings in the top menu bar of your AffEasy dashboard.
- Scroll to the Workspace Logo section.
- Upload your company’s logo (a square image is recommended for best results).


Advanced password protection features
AffEasy offers several advanced features to enhance your link security:Time-limited passwords
Set an expiration time for your passwords:- In the link builder, under Password Protection, enable “Time-limited Password”.
- Set the duration for which the password will be valid.
Multiple passwords
Create multiple valid passwords for a single link:- In the Password Protection section, click “Add Another Password”.
- Enter additional passwords as needed.
Password protection with AffEasy API
For developers and advanced users, AffEasy provides API access to create password-protected links programmatically. Here’s an example:Best practices for password-protected links
To make the most of AffEasy’s password protection feature:- Use strong, unique passwords for each protected link.
- Avoid sharing password-embedded URLs in public or unsecured channels.
- Regularly update passwords for long-term protected links.
- Combine password protection with link expiration for time-sensitive content.
- Use custom logos to enhance brand recognition and user trust.