Magic Link

Send verification links to customers via email or SMS using iDenfy Magic Link for identity verification without any code integration.

Overview

Magic Link lets you send a verification URL directly to your user via email or SMS. The user clicks the link, completes verification on iDenfy’s hosted page, and you receive results via webhook. No coding required.

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Reusable Magic Links (Dashboard)

Reusable Magic Links are specialized URLs that allow users to start identity verification immediately without needing to log in or create an account. It acts as a shareable “entry pass” that redirects the user directly into your defined verification flow.

Key Features & Usage Limits

Feature	Description
Single-use	The link becomes invalid after one successful verification. Ideal for individual user invites.
Multi-use	The link remains active for a specific number of times (e.g., 100 uses). Best for limited campaigns.
Unlimited	The link remains active indefinitely until it is manually deactivated or reaches its expiration date.
Expiration	An optional setting to automatically disable the link after a specific date and time.

Usage Logic & Limitations

• Clicks count as usage: Every click reduces the link’s limit, even if the user quits early. You are only billed for completed verifications.
• No renewals: Links cannot be extended or refreshed. Once a link expires or hits its limit, you must create a new one.

The User Experience

When a user clicks the Magic Link, the system performs a background check to ensure the link is active and your account has sufficient credits.

1. Validation: If valid, a new verification session is created automatically.
2. Redirection: The user is taken directly to the verification flow.
3. Completion: The user uploads documents/selfies without entering passwords.

How to Create a Reusable Magic Link

1. Navigate to Settings

   Log in to your dashboard. From the left-hand menu, go to ID Verification → Settings → Magic Link.

2. Initialize Creation

   Click Create New Magic Link.

3. Configure Parameters

   Detailed Configuration Options

   • Name: Internal identifier to help you recognize this link.
   • Verification Flow: Select which steps the user must complete (e.g., Document Verification, Selfie, or both).
   • Usage Limit: Choose between Single-use, Multi-use, or Unlimited.
   • Expiration: (Optional) Set a date and time for the link to stop working.
   • Language: Pre-select the interface language for the user.

   
4. Generate and Share

   Click Save to create the link. Copy the URL and share it via email, SMS, or embed it on your website.

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Receiving Results

Results can be viewed in real-time in the iDenfy Dashboard. Alternatively, you can receive updates via webhook.

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When to Use Magic Link

Use case	Recommended Type	Why
Bulk Campaigns	Reusable (Unlimited/Multi)	One link for all users, easy to manage.
Personal Invites	Reusable (Single-use)	Security for one-on-one onboarding.
App Integration	Dynamic (API)	Programmatically generate unique sessions.
Manual Verification	Dynamic (Dashboard)	Quick one-off link for a specific customer.
Physical Marketing	Reusable (Unlimited)	Perfect for QR codes on flyers or posters.