You have created a Perplexity thread with a detailed answer or research and want to send it to a colleague, client, or social media audience. Perplexity allows you to generate a public link for any thread so that anyone with the link can view the conversation and the AI’s responses. This article explains the exact steps to create and share that public link, what the recipient sees, and how to manage or revoke access later.
The feature is built into Perplexity’s web and mobile apps. You do not need a Pro subscription to share threads. However, some advanced controls like link expiration are only available on paid plans. By the end of this guide, you will be able to share any thread confidently and control who sees it.
Key Takeaways: Sharing a Perplexity Thread Link
- Share button in thread header: Opens the link sharing dialog for any Perplexity thread.
- Copy Link option: Generates a public URL that anyone can open without a Perplexity account.
- Thread visibility settings: Public links show the full conversation and all sources cited by the AI.
What a Public Perplexity Thread Link Shows
When you share a Perplexity thread via a public link, the recipient sees the entire conversation exactly as it appears in your account. This includes your initial question, any follow-up questions you asked, and every answer the AI provided. The link also displays all sources cited in the responses, such as URLs to web pages, academic papers, or videos.
The recipient does not need a Perplexity account to view the thread. They can scroll through the entire conversation and click on any source link to open it in a new browser tab. The page will show the Perplexity interface with the thread loaded, but the viewer cannot edit the thread or ask new questions unless they create their own account.
Public links are generated on a per-thread basis. You cannot share an entire folder of threads with one link. You must share each thread individually. The link remains active until you manually delete the thread from your library or change your account privacy settings.
Steps to Generate and Share a Public Link for a Perplexity Thread
Follow these steps on the Perplexity web app or mobile app to create a shareable public link for any thread.
- Open the thread you want to share
Navigate to your Library on the left sidebar in the web app. Tap the thread title to open it. On mobile, open the Perplexity app and tap the thread from your history list. - Locate the Share button
In the top-right corner of the thread header, look for a Share icon. On the web, it appears as a box with an upward arrow. On iOS and Android, tap the three-dot menu icon and select Share. - Choose Copy Link from the sharing menu
Tap Copy Link to generate the public URL. The link is automatically copied to your clipboard. A confirmation toast message appears briefly at the bottom of the screen. - Paste the link wherever you want to share it
Open your email, messaging app, or social media platform. Paste the link using Ctrl+V on Windows, Command+V on Mac, or the paste option on mobile. The link format ishttps://www.perplexity.ai/search/...followed by a unique identifier.
After sharing, you can test the link by opening it in a private browser window. You should see the full thread without needing to log in.
Managing Shared Thread Links and Privacy
You can stop a shared thread from being accessible at any time. The method depends on whether you want to disable the link entirely or only limit who can find it.
How to Revoke a Public Share Link
To remove public access to a thread, you must delete the thread from your Perplexity library. Open the thread, tap the three-dot menu, and select Delete. Once deleted, the public link will return a 404 error page. Any bookmarks or saved links to that thread will no longer work.
If you want to keep the thread private but not delete it, you can change your account’s default sharing setting. Go to Settings > Privacy > Default Thread Visibility and set it to Private. This setting only affects new threads. Existing shared threads remain accessible until you delete them.
Link Expiration and Pro Features
Perplexity Pro subscribers can set an expiration date for shared links. After the expiration date, the link stops working and viewers see a message that the thread is no longer available. To set expiration, click the clock icon next to the Copy Link button and choose a duration from the dropdown menu. Options include 1 hour, 1 day, 1 week, or custom.
Without a Pro subscription, shared links remain active indefinitely. You cannot add an expiration date later. If you need to limit access time, consider using a URL shortener with its own expiration feature as a workaround.
What Recipients See and Cannot Do
When someone opens your shared thread link, they see the Perplexity interface with your conversation loaded. The page shows your profile picture or default avatar at the top of the thread. The recipient can scroll through all messages and click source links.
The recipient cannot edit the thread, delete messages, or add new questions. They cannot see your other threads or library. The shared page does not show your email address or personal information beyond your display name and profile picture. If you change your display name later, the shared thread will show the new name.
On mobile devices, the shared thread opens in the browser by default. If the recipient has the Perplexity app installed, they may see an option to open the thread in the app. This still does not give them editing access to your original thread. It only creates a read-only view.
Common Issues When Sharing Perplexity Thread Links
Some users encounter problems when sharing or opening public thread links. Here are the most frequent issues and how to resolve them.
Link Shows a Blank Page or Error
If the recipient sees a blank page or an error message, the thread may have been deleted or the link was copied incorrectly. Verify that you copied the full URL starting with https://www.perplexity.ai/search/. If the thread was deleted, you must create a new thread and share a fresh link.
Recipient Cannot See Images or Attachments
Perplexity public links currently display text-only content. If your thread includes uploaded images, PDFs, or other file attachments, those files are not visible to the viewer. The recipient will see the text of your questions and the AI’s responses but not the attached files. To share files, consider uploading them to a separate cloud storage service and linking to them in the thread.
Link Expiration Not Working for Free Users
If you are on the free plan and see no option to set an expiration date, this is by design. The expiration feature requires a Perplexity Pro subscription. Free users can only delete the thread to revoke access. There is no way to set a time limit on a shared link without upgrading.
| Item | Free Plan | Pro Plan |
|---|---|---|
| Generate public link | Yes | Yes |
| Link expiration | No | Yes (1 hour to custom) |
| Revoke access | Delete thread | Delete thread or wait for expiration |
| Viewer sees attachments | No | No |
Now you can share any Perplexity thread with a public link in a few clicks. The link gives viewers full access to the conversation and cited sources without requiring them to sign up. To keep your threads private, remember to delete them after sharing or use the Pro expiration feature for time-limited access. For sensitive information, consider copying the text into a secure document instead of using a public link.