Best Use Cases for Creepy Links (With Real Examples)
Theory is nice, but practice is better. Here is how real people use open-aware links to work smarter.
We often get asked, "Okay, I understand what a creepy link is, but what do I actually do with it?"
The answer is: use it whenever the timing of a click matters.
Standard links are passive; you send them and hope. Creepy links are active; they signal back. This simple feedback loop is transformative in high-stakes, low-volume communication. Below are the four most powerful use cases we see every day.
1. The "Black Hole" Job Application
The Problem: You apply for a dream job. You send your resume. Then… silence. Days turn into weeks. You don't know if you were rejected or if they just haven't looked at your application yet.
The Solution: Instead of attaching a PDF directly, upload your resume to Google Drive or a personal site. Then, run that URL through a creepy link generator. Paste the resulting short URL into your application form or email.
The Outcome:
- If you get 0 clicks in two weeks: They haven't seen it. It might be time to reach out to a recruiter directly.
- If you get 1 click: Someone opened it. First hurdle passed.
- If you get 5 clicks in one day: You are likely being circulated among the hiring team. Get ready for a phone call.
2. The Freelancer Proposal
The Problem: You send a quote to a potential client. They ghost you. You don't want to be annoying by following up too soon, but you don't want to lose the lead.
The Solution: Send your proposal via a creepy link.
The Outcome: You see that the client clicked the link at 2:00 PM on Tuesday.
- Smart Move: Wait 24 hours. If you haven't heard back, send a follow-up: "Hey, just checking if you had any questions about the proposal I sent."
- Why it works: You know they've seen it, so your follow-up is timely, not nagging.
3. Sales & Business Development
The Problem: Cold emailing is tough. You send 50 emails and get 1 reply. You don't know which of the other 49 prospects are even slightly interested.
The Solution: Include a link to a case study or deck using a creepy link shortener.
The Outcome: You identify the 5 prospects who actually clicked the link. These are your warm leads. Instead of blindly calling everyone, you prioritize calling the people who have already shown intent by engaging with your content.
4. Startup Fundraising
The Problem: Investors receive hundreds of decks. yours is just one in the pile.
The Solution: Share your pitch deck via a trackable link.
The Outcome: Not only do you know if an investor opened it, but repeated opens can signal deep interest. (e.g., An investor opens it once on Monday, then three times on Thursday—likely sharing it with partners). This helps you forecast your round better.
A Note on Context
Notice a pattern? All these examples are professional. They are about business efficiency, not personal spying.
Using a creepy link to see if your ex looked at your Instagram profile? That’s not what this tool is for. Stick to professional use cases where clarity helps both parties move forward.
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You don't need a complex CRM to get these benefits. You just need a simple tool that tells you when your most important content is successfully delivered.
Next time you send a high-stakes link, make it a creepy link. You’ll wonder how you ever worked without it.