Check Your Redirects & Status
Analyze the complete path of your URLs. Verify HTTP status codes, detect redirect chains, and ensure your links are working correctly.
What is a Redirect Checker?
A Redirect Checker is an essential tool for webmasters, SEO specialists, and developers to analyze the path a URL takes before reaching its final destination. When you enter a URL, the checker follows every hop in the redirection chain, displaying HTTP status codes (like 301, 302, 200, 404) and the headers for each step.
This process allows you to verify that your redirects are configured correctly, ensuring that users and search engines are directed to the right page without unnecessary delays or errors.
Why Check Redirects?
- SEO Health: Avoid redirect chains (loops) that dilute link equity and slow down crawling.
- User Experience: Ensure users aren't waiting for multiple redirects or landing on 404 pages.
- Security: Verify that redirects aren't being hijacked to malicious sites.
How to Use This Tool
- Enter the full URL (e.g.,
https://example.com) in the input field. - Click the "Check Redirects" button.
- Wait a moment for the tool to trace the URL path.
- Review the results, including status codes for each hop and the final destination URL.
This Tool is Totally Free
Enjoy unlimited redirect checks with no hidden costs, subscriptions, or login requirements.
Optimization and debugging made accessible for everyone.
Detailed Status Codes Explained
301 Moved Permanently
The requested URL has been moved to a new location permanently. Search engines transfer ranking power to the new URL.
302 Found (Temporary)
The URL has been moved temporarily. Search engines generally do NOT transfer ranking power.
200 OK
The request was successful. This is the standard response for successful HTTP requests.
404 Not Found
The server could not find the requested resource. This usually indicates a broken link.
Frequently Asked Questions
QCan redirect chains hurt my SEO rankings?
Yes, redirect chains (e.g., A → B → C) can negatively impact SEO. They dilute PageRank (link equity) as it passes through each hop. Furthermore, they increase page load latency, which is a Core Web Vital factor. It is best practice to update links to point directly to the final destination (A → C).
QWhat is the difference between 301 Moved Permanently and 308 Permanent Redirect?
Both status codes indicate a permanent move. However, a 301 redirect may allow the HTTP method to change from POST to GET, whereas a 308 redirect preserves the original HTTP method. For most standard SEO purposes, a 301 is traditionally used, but modern browsers and Googlebot handle 308s correctly as well.
QHow do I fix "ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS" on my website?
This error, often called a redirect loop, occurs when URL A redirects to URL B, which then redirects back to URL A (or via an intermediate step). To fix it, you need to check your server configuration (e.g., .htaccess, Nginx conf) or your CMS redirect plugins to identify and remove the circular rule.
QDoes a 302 redirect pass PageRank or link equity?
Historically, 302 (Found/Temporary) redirects did not pass PageRank. However, Google has stated that over time, if a 302 remains in place effectively permanently, they may treat it like a 301. However, for maximum SEO certainty, always use a 301 for permanent moves.
QWhy is my HTTP to HTTPS redirect causing a "Mixed Content" warning?
This happens if the redirect is successful, but the destination HTTPS page still loads resources (images, scripts, CSS) over unsecured HTTP. You must ensure that not only the page URL redirects to HTTPS but all internal resource references are also updated to use the https:// protocol.
QIs it better to use a Canonical Tag or a 301 Redirect?
They serve different purposes. Use a 301 Redirect when you want to physically send users and bots to a new URL (the old one is effectively gone). Use a Canonical Tag when you want the content to be available on multiple URLs (e.g., for tracking parameters or syndication) but want to tell search engines which version is the "master" copy to index.
QWhat is a "Meta Refresh" and why should I avoid it?
A meta refresh is a client-side redirect commanded by an HTML meta tag (e.g., <meta http-equiv="refresh"...>). It is generally discouraged because it is slower (the page must parse first) and less reliable for SEO than server-side 301 redirects. W3C recommends avoiding them for better accessibility and user experience.
QHow can I test if my redirects are working correctly across different devices?
Responsive design should mean URLs are the same, but sometimes mobile-specific sites (e.g., m.example.com) use User-Agent based redirects. To test this, you can use our User Agent Parser or specialized tools that spoof different device headers to verify the server responds with the correct redirect logic.
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