You can often see Bitly's own metadata for a link by adding a plus sign ( + ) to the end of the URL (e.g., bit.ly/carianid3+ ). This may show you how many clicks it has received and its creation date. Why Use Custom Bitly Links?
Creators use custom slugs like "carianid3" because they are: bit.ly carianid3
Community-created walkthroughs or lore compilations. Is bit.ly/carianid3 Safe? You can often see Bitly's own metadata for
The creator can see how many people clicked the link and from which countries, helping them understand their audience. bit.ly carianid3
Because Bitly links are "opaque"—meaning you cannot see the final destination just by looking at the URL—caution is always advised. Security experts at sites like Norton suggest the following steps before clicking a shortened link:
