How to Create a Creepy Link in Seconds
A quick, no-nonsense guide to generating your first open-aware short URL.
You've read about what creepy links are and you know the best ways to use them. Now, let's get practical.
Creating a creepy link is incredibly simple. It doesn't require coding, technical skills, or installing software. It takes about 5 seconds.
Here is the exact process to turn any regular link into a smart, open-aware creepy link.
Step 1: Choose Your Destination
First, you need the content you want to share. This is your "Destination URL." It could be:
- A link to a specific Google Doc (make sure sharing settings are open!).
- A Dropbox link to a PDF.
- A URL to your portfolio website.
- A YouTube video.
Tip: Always double-check that your destination link works before shortening it!
Step 2: Visit the Generator
Go to a creepy link generator like creepylink.org.
You'll see a simple input box, usually front and center on the page. It looks just like the search bar on Google or the input box on Bitly.
Step 3: Paste and Create
Paste your Destination URL into the box.
Then, hit the button that says "Generate," "Shorten," or "Create Creepy Link."
In less than a second, the screen will update. Your long, messy URL has been replaced by a short, neat one (e.g., creepylink.org/verify_x92).
Optional: Customizing Your Link
Some generators allow you to customize the "slug" (the part after the slash).
Instead of /x92qz, you could make it /proposal-v1 or /resume-john.
Why do this?
- It looks more professional.
- It builds trust (people can guess what the link is).
- It increases the click-through rate.
Step 4: Share It
Copy your new creepy link.
Now, paste it wherever you intended to share the original: in an email, a LinkedIn message, a WhatsApp chat, or a job application form.
Step 5: Wait for the Signal
This is the fun part. The moment someone clicks that link, the system will record it.
Depending on the tool you used, you might:
- Receive an instant notification.
- See the "View Count" increase on your dashboard to 1.
- See a timestamp of exactly when it happened.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Testing it yourself too much: If you click your own link to test it, that counts as an "open"! Don't get excited by a notification only to realize it was just you double-checking the link.
Forgetting the https://: Most generators handle this for you, but generally, when pasting a URL, it's safer to include the full `https://` part.
Ready?
That's it. It's not rocket science; it's just a smarter way to link.