How to Share Links
Creating a Restricted Link
Ideally, collaborators hold an active membership, which provides the most immersive experience. However, the platform supports restricted link access when including non-members.
Restricted links are designed for focused review of a specific story or episode.
Requirements
- At least one active member should be associated with the request
- An option fee removes the story from public view
Steps
- Use the info form located at the bottom of an episode
- Specify the episode(s) or the complete story
- Indicate link duration (7 days by default, up to 30 days)
- Provide the recipient’s name and email address
(First name only is acceptable if preferred)
What the Recipient Receives
- If the recipient does not have an account, they will receive an invitation to create one
- Once registered, the restricted link appears in their customer portal
- Access is limited to the specified story only
Restricted links are intentionally narrow. They:
- Exclude email subscriptions and on-site marketing
- Prevent public browsing or story commenting
- Do not allow unauthorized users to view with standard URLs
- Are time-limited and managed entirely by the platform
The active member may add context or remarks for the recipient using the episode’s comment field.
FAQ: Getting comfortable with story links
Are collaborative links available?
Yes. As a project progresses, expanded link access may be requested. These links reflect the current phase of the project and may allow broader story access and collaboration tools.
What type of account must recipients have?
Recipients must have a registered ClinicalNovellas account. Membership is not required for restricted links, but access is limited to the specified story only.
Why are links necessary?
Links prevent circumvention, limit distraction, and protect stories held in negotiation. Standard URLs cannot access stories that are suppressed or held with a deposit.
Can I receive the document for markup?
No. The platform itself is the single source of truth. Production notes should be added using the moderated comment field below the episode. Preface notes with Editorial, Legal, or Strategy to indicate intent and placement.
Is the platform secure?
Yes. The platform uses modern firewall protections and access-level controls to prevent unauthorized viewing of restricted stories.
Can I reserve a story without a deposit?
In some cases, a non-exclusive soft hold may be placed on a story. This obscures the title and signals to other visitors that the material is under consideration, without granting exclusive rights.