UUID Use Case

UUID Invite Code

An invite code grants access via a link. A v4 UUID is unguessable, so only people with the link can use it.

UnguessableRevocablev4

Generated locally with the Web Crypto API — nothing leaves your browser.

What Is UUID Invite Code?

How to generate

  1. Generate a v4 UUID per invite.
  2. Store hashed with a use-count or expiry.
  3. Redeem on signup; revoke from admin.

Use Cases

Code Examples

JavaScript
const id = crypto.randomUUID();
Python
import uuid
id = uuid.uuid4()

Frequently Asked Questions

Single or multi-use invite?
Single-use for tight control; multi-use (capped) for shareable beta links.
Should the code be in the URL?
Yes, as a capability link — but keep it revocable and monitor redemption.

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