Share Access

[since : v1.5.0]

Magic links allow you to share your location data with others without requiring them to create an account. Anyone with the link can access your data according to the permissions you set.

How Magic Links Work

When you create a magic link, Reitti generates a unique URL that provides access to your location data. The person receiving the link can view your data in their browser without needing to sign up or log in. When the link is accessed, a partial user session is created that allows viewing your data according to the access level you've configured.

Creating a Magic Link

To create a magic link:

Navigate to the sharing section in your Reitti dashboard
Click "Create New Magic Link"
Choose your desired access level (see below)
Optionally set an expiration date
Click "Generate Link"
Copy and share the generated URL

Access Levels

You can choose between two access levels when creating a magic link:

Full Access

Complete access to all your location data and history
Recipients can view the full map interface
Date picker functionality is available
Access to historical location data

Live Data Only

Access only to current and recent location data
Recipients can only view live/real-time location information
No access to historical data
Limited to live mode interface

Expiration Settings

When creating a magic link, you can:

Set an expiration date: The link will automatically become invalid after the specified date
Leave it empty: The link will remain active indefinitely until manually deleted

Setting expiration dates is recommended for temporary sharing to limit access duration.

Security Considerations

⚠️ Important Security Notes:

Treat links like passwords: Anyone with the link can access your data according to the permissions set
Links cannot be recovered: If you lose a magic link, you'll need to create a new one
Monitor usage: Check the 'Last Used' column regularly to track when links are being accessed
Delete unused links: Remove links immediately when they're no longer needed
Use expiration dates: Set expiry dates for temporary sharing to automatically limit access

Managing Magic Links

Viewing Active Links

You can view all your active magic links in the sharing dashboard, which shows: - Link creation date - Access level (Full Access or Live Data Only) - Expiration date (if set) - Last used timestamp

Deleting Links

To revoke access: 1. Navigate to your magic links list 2. Find the link you want to delete 3. Click the delete/revoke button 4. Confirm the deletion

Once deleted, the link will immediately become invalid and anyone trying to access it will receive an error.

Best Practices

Regular cleanup: Periodically review and delete unused magic links
Specific permissions: Use "Live Data Only" when full historical access isn't needed
Temporary sharing: Always set expiration dates for short-term sharing needs
Monitor access: Keep an eye on the 'Last Used' timestamps to detect unexpected usage
Secure sharing: Share links through secure channels (encrypted messaging, etc.)

Troubleshooting

Link Not Working

Check if the link has expired
Verify the link was copied completely
Ensure the link hasn't been deleted

Access Issues

Confirm the recipient is using a supported browser
Check if there are any network connectivity issues
Verify the access level meets the recipient's needs

Security Concerns

If you suspect unauthorized access, immediately delete the compromised link
Create a new link with appropriate restrictions
Consider using shorter expiration periods for sensitive data

[since : v1.7.0]

In addition to magic links, you can share your location data directly with other registered users on the same Reitti instance. This feature allows for seamless collaboration and data sharing within your organization or group.

To share your location data with other users:

Navigate to Settings > Share Access > Share with other Users
Browse or search for the users you want to share with
Select the users from the list
Choose the appropriate access level for each user
Save your sharing preferences

Once configured, the selected users will be able to view your location data according to the permissions you've granted them.

Managing Shared Accounts

The Share Access page also displays accounts that are currently sharing their data with you. This section provides several management options:

Viewing Shared Accounts

You can see a list of all users who have shared their location data with you, including: - Username or display name - Sharing permissions level - Current color assignment for map display

Customizing the Multi-User Map View

To optimize the multi-user map experience:

Change User Colors: - Each shared user is assigned a color for their location markers and tracks - Click on a user's color indicator to change it - Choose colors that provide good contrast and visual distinction - This helps differentiate between multiple users when viewing the map

Dismiss Shared Accounts: - If you no longer want to see a particular user's data - Click the "dismiss" button next to their entry - This will hide their data from your map view - Note: This only affects your view, it doesn't revoke their sharing permissions

Shares Access

When sharing with other users, you can typically choose between:

Regular review: Periodically check who has access to your data
Appropriate permissions: Only grant the minimum access level needed
Color coordination: Use distinct colors for each user to avoid confusion on multi-user maps
Communication: Coordinate with your team about sharing preferences and color choices

Privacy Considerations

Mutual consent: Ensure all parties agree to data sharing arrangements
Regular cleanup: Remove sharing permissions when they're no longer needed
Access monitoring: Keep track of who has access to your location data