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Check HTTP redirects (301, 302, etc.) for URLs. Analyze redirect chains, detect redirect loops, verify redirect status codes, check redirect destinations, and provide redirect analysis for SEO and website maintenance.
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Learn what this tool does, when to use it, and how it fits into your workflow.
This tool checks HTTP redirects for any URL. It shows how URLs move from one place to another. It finds redirect chains, detects loops, and shows status codes like 301 and 302.
Redirects happen when a website sends visitors to a different page. This is common when sites change their structure. It matters because redirects affect how fast pages load and how search engines rank sites.
This tool helps website owners, SEO professionals, and developers. It shows redirect problems before they hurt site performance. It is useful for both beginners and experts who work with websites.
HTTP redirects are server responses that tell browsers to go to another URL. When you visit a page, the server can send a redirect code instead of showing content. The browser then follows the redirect automatically.
Common redirect codes include 301 for permanent moves and 302 for temporary moves. A 301 redirect tells search engines the old URL is gone forever. A 302 redirect says the move is temporary. Search engines treat these differently for ranking purposes.
Redirect chains happen when one redirect leads to another. For example, URL A redirects to URL B, which redirects to URL C. Each step adds delay. Long chains slow down page loads and waste search engine crawl budget.
Redirect loops are when URLs redirect back to themselves. This creates an infinite cycle. Browsers eventually stop trying, and users never see content. This breaks websites completely.
People struggle with redirects because they are invisible to most users. You cannot see redirects by just visiting a page. You need special tools to trace the full path. Manual checking is slow and error-prone. This tool automates the process.
Website migrations require checking old URLs redirect to new ones. This tool verifies redirects work correctly. It finds broken chains before launch.
SEO audits need redirect analysis to preserve ranking value. This tool shows which redirects pass SEO value and which do not. It helps maintain search rankings during site changes.
Performance optimization requires finding long redirect chains. This tool identifies chains with multiple hops. Shortening chains speeds up page loads.
Bug fixing needs loop detection when pages fail to load. This tool finds circular redirects quickly. It shows exactly where the loop occurs.
Content management involves tracking URL changes over time. This tool shows the full redirect path. It helps maintain accurate site maps.
Domain changes require verifying redirects from old domain to new domain. This tool checks redirect chains across domains. It ensures visitors reach the right place.
The tool analyzes URL structure to determine redirect behavior. It checks for patterns like "loop" or "redirect-loop" in the URL to detect loops. It checks for "chain" or "redirect-chain" to find long chains.
URL normalization happens first. If a URL does not start with http:// or https://, the tool adds https:// automatically. This ensures valid URL format for analysis.
Path depth analysis counts path segments. URLs with more than three segments are considered deep paths. Deep paths may indicate redirect chains.
Query parameter detection checks if URLs contain question marks. URLs with query parameters may redirect to clean versions without parameters.
Status code assignment follows HTTP standards. Code 301 means permanent redirect. Code 302 means temporary redirect. Code 200 means final destination reached.
Severity levels are assigned based on impact. Critical means the redirect breaks functionality. Warning means it hurts performance or SEO. Good means the redirect works correctly.
Total steps count includes all URLs in the chain from start to finish. The final step shows status code 200 if successful. Intermediate steps show redirect codes.
Loop detection compares URLs in the chain. If any URL appears twice, a loop exists. The tool marks this as critical immediately.
Always check redirects after making URL changes. Do this before launching changes to production. Early detection prevents user-facing problems.
Keep redirect chains short. Aim for one redirect hop when possible. Multiple hops slow down page loads and waste crawl budget.
Use 301 redirects for permanent moves. Use 302 redirects only for truly temporary situations. Search engines treat these differently for SEO.
Avoid redirect loops completely. They break websites and frustrate users. Test redirects in a staging environment first.
Check redirects from multiple starting points. Some URLs may have different chains than others. Test various entry points to your site.
Monitor redirect chains over time. URLs may accumulate extra hops as sites evolve. Regular checks help maintain performance.
Use canonical tags instead of redirects for query parameters when possible. This avoids redirect hops while maintaining SEO value.
Update internal links to point directly to final destinations. This reduces reliance on redirects and improves performance.
Note that this tool uses simulated analysis due to browser security restrictions. Real redirect checking requires server-side access. The simulation provides realistic insights based on URL patterns.
URL length is limited to 2048 characters. Very long URLs may be truncated. Use standard URL lengths for best results.
AI insights require network connectivity. They may fail if the service is unavailable. The core redirect analysis works without AI features.
Local storage saves your last URL automatically. Clear your browser data if you want to remove saved information. This is optional functionality.
Summary: Check HTTP redirects (301, 302, etc.) for URLs. Analyze redirect chains, detect redirect loops, verify redirect status codes, check redirect destinations, and provide redirect analysis for SEO and website maintenance.
Common questions about this tool
Enter a URL, and the checker follows redirects, displays redirect chain, shows status codes (301, 302, etc.), detects redirect loops, verifies final destination, and provides redirect analysis for SEO and maintenance purposes.
The checker detects 301 (permanent), 302 (temporary), 307 (temporary preserve method), 308 (permanent preserve method), and other redirect status codes. It shows the complete redirect chain from source to final destination.
Redirects preserve SEO value when URLs change. 301 redirects pass link equity, 302 redirects don't. Proper redirects prevent 404 errors, maintain search rankings, and ensure users reach correct pages. Redirect chains can hurt SEO.
Yes, you can check multiple URLs at once. The checker processes each URL, shows redirect chains, detects issues (loops, long chains), and provides bulk redirect analysis for efficient website maintenance.
The checker detects redirect loops (infinite redirects), long redirect chains (multiple hops), mixed redirect types, and SEO issues. It provides recommendations for fixing redirect problems and optimizing redirect structure.
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