toegangsURL

ToegangsURL is a URL that grants temporary access to a protected resource or service without requiring a separate login at the moment of access. The term is Dutch, combining toegang (access) with URL (Uniform Resource Locator). In practice, a toegangsURL typically includes an access token and an expiration time, and it is delivered to a user through email, message, or an in-app notification. When the link is opened, the system validates the token and, if valid, grants access to the requested resource for a limited period or for a single action.

Common uses include sharing documents in collaboration platforms, enabling passwordless login through magic links, providing temporary access to paid content, or granting API clients a tokenized URL for a specific resource. The URL often contains a base address, a resource path, and query parameters such as token, expiration, and possibly scope or client identifiers. To minimize risk, a toegangsURL should be transmitted over HTTPS, be short-lived, and be restricted to a single use or a short window. It should also be revocable and monitored for abuse, and users should be warned against forwarding it insecurely.

Related concepts include magic links, one-time tokens, and signed or time-bound URLs used in content sharing and authentication workflows. See also OAuth 2.0 flows and token-based authentication for broader context.