URL Redirect Checker
Trace and analyze URL redirect chains
Check Redirects
Redirect Path
Summary
Initial URL:
Final URL:
Redirects:
Status:
About URL Redirects
URL redirects (HTTP redirections) send users and search engines from one URL to another. Common redirect types include 301 (permanent) and 302 (temporary).
Features
- Full redirect chain tracing: See every step in the redirect path
- Status codes: Identify permanent (301) vs temporary (302) redirects
- Final destination: Discover where URLs ultimately lead
- Performance impact: Understand how redirects affect load times
- SEO analysis: Check for redirect chains that might hurt rankings
Common Status Codes
- 200 OK: No redirect (final destination)
- 301 Moved Permanently: Permanent redirect (SEO-safe)
- 302 Found: Temporary redirect (no SEO value)
- 404 Not Found: Broken link (error)
- 500 Server Error: Server problem (error)
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I check URL redirects?
Checking redirects helps with SEO optimization, troubleshooting broken links, improving site performance, and ensuring users reach the correct destination. Long redirect chains can slow down your website and hurt search rankings.
What’s the difference between 301 and 302 redirects?
301 redirects are permanent and pass SEO value to the new URL. 302 redirects are temporary and don’t pass SEO value. Search engines treat them differently in their ranking algorithms.
How many redirects are too many?
Ideally, limit to 1-2 redirects. Chains longer than 3-4 can cause performance issues and may not pass full SEO value. Search engines may stop following after 5 redirects.
Do redirects affect page load speed?
Yes, each redirect adds an additional HTTP request-response cycle, increasing page load time. Eliminating unnecessary redirects can significantly improve performance.
