How can I verify the authenticity of a bitly link?

Bitly is a URL shortener service that enables users to shorten website links.

Scammers have now hidden easily suspicious links behind bitly links.

To verify a bitly link's actual destination before clicking on it, add a plus symbol ("+") at the end of the URL in your browser.

For example, to check bit.ly/Wn2Xdz, enter bit.ly/Wn2Xdz+ into your browser and hit the enter key. The actual destination link will be displayed to you.