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Redirect Checker

Trace URL redirect chains, view HTTP status codes, and identify redirect issues that impact your SEO performance.

HTTP Status Code Reference

200OK — The request succeeded.
301Moved Permanently — The resource has permanently moved to a new URL. Search engines transfer link equity.
302Found (Temporary Redirect) — The resource temporarily resides at a different URL. Link equity is not transferred.
303See Other — The server redirects to a different resource via GET.
307Temporary Redirect — Like 302, but the request method must not change.
308Permanent Redirect — Like 301, but the request method must not change.
403Forbidden — The server refuses to authorize the request.
404Not Found — The requested resource does not exist.
500Internal Server Error — The server encountered an unexpected condition.
502Bad Gateway — The server received an invalid response from an upstream server.
503Service Unavailable — The server is temporarily unable to handle the request.

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Everything you need to know

Understanding URL Redirects and Their SEO Impact

URL redirects are an essential part of website management, used when pages move, domains change, or content is restructured. However, poorly managed redirects can create chains and loops that harm your search engine rankings, slow down page load times, and waste crawl budget. A redirect checker helps you identify these issues before they impact your visibility in search results.

When a search engine crawler encounters a redirect chain, it must follow each hop to reach the final destination. Each hop consumes crawl budget and adds latency. Google has confirmed that while it will follow redirect chains, each hop may cause a small loss of link equity (PageRank). By keeping redirects clean and pointing directly to the final URL, you preserve maximum SEO value.

Common HTTP Redirect Status Codes

The most common redirect status codes are 301 (Moved Permanently), 302 (Found/Temporary), 307 (Temporary Redirect), and 308 (Permanent Redirect). Each serves a specific purpose. A 301 redirect is ideal for permanent URL changes because search engines transfer link equity to the new URL. A 302 is appropriate for temporary moves, such as A/B testing or maintenance pages, where you intend to restore the original URL. Understanding which code to use in each scenario is critical for maintaining your site's search performance.

How to Fix Redirect Chain Issues

The simplest fix for a redirect chain is to update each redirect to point directly to the final destination URL. For example, if page A redirects to B, which redirects to C, update the redirect from A to point directly to C. Also audit internal links to ensure they point to the current canonical URL rather than an old URL that triggers a redirect. Content management systems, .htaccess files, and server configurations should all be checked for outdated redirect rules. Regular redirect audits — monthly for large sites — keep your site architecture clean and crawl-efficient.

Browser Limitations and CORS

This tool runs entirely in your browser using the Fetch API. Due to CORS (Cross-Origin Resource Sharing) policies, browsers may block redirect tracing for external domains. This is a standard security measure, not a limitation of the tool. For comprehensive redirect analysis across domains, use server-side tools like curl -ILs, or dedicated SEO auditing platforms. You can also check your own domain's redirects without CORS issues if proper headers are configured.

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Complement your redirect analysis with other SEO tools. Use the Meta Tag Generator to optimize destination page metadata, the Sitemap Generator to ensure updated URLs are indexed, or the SERP Preview to verify how your final destination page appears in search results.