Mobile Development

Deep Link

/diːp lɪŋk/

Definition

A URL scheme that opens a specific screen inside a mobile app directly, rather than just launching the app homepage.

Example in context

"The push notification's deep link opens product/123 directly — the user lands in the right place, not the home screen."

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Practice this term

Master Deep Link in context by working through exercises in the Mobile Development module. You'll see the term used in real engineering scenarios with multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, and matching drills.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "Deep Link" mean?

A URL scheme that opens a specific screen inside a mobile app directly, rather than just launching the app homepage.

How do you pronounce "Deep Link"?

"Deep Link" is pronounced /diːp lɪŋk/.

Can you use "Deep Link" in a sentence?

"The push notification's deep link opens product/123 directly — the user lands in the right place, not the home screen."