And inside that link is a link shortner which will lead them to another website too for those curious members. IIRC, there's a way to check the right link for those shortners.
If they are using a shortened link and want to be sure:
1. if bit.ly, you can easily check the full link by adding
+ after the shortened link and enter to the URL bar of your browser (
Source) . Example:
http://bit.ly/Wn2Xdz+2. if tinyurl.com, you can add a
preview. before the shortened link. Example: https://
preview.tinyurl.com/stzyfha
3. Other web services you can use:
A friendly reminder - Always be cautious folks.