Status codes
See 301, 302, 303, 307, 308, 404, and 500-level responses in order so you can spot temporary redirects and broken destinations.
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Free Redirect Checker
A redirect checker follows a URL through each HTTP redirect and shows the status codes, final destination, hop count, and SEO issues that can slow down crawlers or send visitors to the wrong page.
How to check a redirect chain
- Paste the URL. Enter the starting URL you want to inspect, including http:// or https://.
- Run the redirect check. The checker follows each public redirect hop and records status codes, location headers, and timing.
- Review the final destination. Confirm that the chain lands on the intended canonical page and that the final status is healthy.
- Fix SEO issues. Collapse long chains, replace temporary redirects when the move is permanent, and repair broken final URLs.
Final URL
Confirm that every old URL lands on the canonical HTTPS page you expect, with no extra campaign parameters or stale paths.
SEO checks
Flag loops, too many hops, temporary redirects in permanent migrations, HTTP destinations, and unhealthy final responses.
Redirect checker FAQ
What is a redirect checker?
A redirect checker follows a URL from the starting address to the final destination and reports each HTTP status code, location header, hop count, and redirect issue it finds.
Why do redirect chains matter for SEO?
Long redirect chains slow down users, waste crawl budget, and make migrations harder to audit. Search engines can follow redirects, but shorter permanent chains are easier to crawl and maintain.
When should I use a 301 redirect?
Use a 301 redirect when a page has permanently moved and you want browsers and search engines to treat the new URL as the canonical destination.
Is a 302 redirect bad?
A 302 redirect is not bad when the move is temporary. For permanent URL changes, use 301 or 308 so the signal is clearer to crawlers and analytics tools.
Does this tool check private URLs?
No. The checker only inspects public http and https URLs. It blocks local and private network addresses for safety.