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What is a presigned URL?

A presigned URL is a temporary link that grants one specific S3 action, such as uploading a single file, without sharing your secret keys.

Last updated November 9, 2026

The short version

A presigned URL is a temporary link that grants one specific S3 action, such as uploading a single file, without sharing your secret keys. Your server signs the URL, then the browser uses it directly. Uploads skip your server, which saves memory and bandwidth. Set a short expiry, because anyone holding the link can use it until then.

On EasyHost

The storage guides on this site use presigned uploads so large files stay out of your 512 MB container. Learn more.

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