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A Deterministic Algorithm for Resolving Shortlinks with Internal Redirects
draft-go-protocol-00

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Author Ethan Davidson
Last updated 2026-05-05 (Latest revision 2025-11-01)
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Abstract

This document specifies a deterministic algorithm for resolving shortlinks (compact string identifiers) into fully-qualified URLs. The algorithm supports both absolute URL destinations and origin- relative internal redirects with loop protection. It defines deterministic precedence rules for combining query parameters and fragments from multiple sources during resolution, enabling consistent behavior across clients, servers, and command-line tools.

Authors

Ethan Davidson

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