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Deep link.
An address that opens a specific destination or item inside an app.
Also calledapp linkuniversal link
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UI illustrationSee it in context
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What it is
An address that opens a specific destination or item inside an app. Resolve the link to meaningful content and handle missing or inaccessible targets gracefully.
When to use it
Use it for sharing, notifications, and restoring a precise destination.
Know the difference
A deep link targets content; a home link opens only the app's entry point.
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Across platforms
WebiOSiPadOSAndroidmacOSWindowsLinux
Web · iOS · iPadOS · Android · macOS · Windows · Linux
Web URLs, iOS universal links, and Android app links use different association mechanisms.
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Go to the source
Primary documentation for the pattern and its platform conventions.