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Test URL Redirects in Seconds

Enter any URL or link into the input field above to test redirects and instantly discover where your domain actually points—our redirect analyzer traces the complete redirect chain, revealing every hop through 301 (permanent), 302 (temporary), 307, and 308 status codes. Get back detailed results including your final destination URL, redirect loop detection, HTTPS verification, and complete HTTP status code analysis—perfect for URL redirect debugging, website redirect verification, and SEO audit tasks without signup or limits.

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User Agent

Max Redirects

Understanding Redirects

What is a URL Redirect Checker?

A redirect checker traces the path a URL takes from origin to destination, revealing status codes, chain length, and potential issues that impact SEO and user experience.

Why Testing Redirects Matters

URL redirects are essential for website maintenance and SEO. When you move content, change domains, or implement HTTPS, redirects guide users and search engines to the right place. Misconfigured redirects can destroy search rankings and frustrate visitors.

Our tool instantly analyzes redirect configurations, detecting wrong status codes, excessive chains that slow loading, and loops that block access. Whether migrating sites or auditing SEO, proper redirect testing is critical.

301 permanent redirects

302 temporary redirects

Chain detection

Loop identification

HTTPS verification

User agent testing

1http://example.com→301

2http://www.example.com→301

3https://www.example.com→200

Example redirect chain showing HTTP → HTTPS canonical redirect

Features

Complete Redirect Testing Suite

Everything you need to analyze, debug, and optimize URL redirects for better SEO and user experience.

Instant Analysis

Real-time testing with sub-second response. No waiting, no registration required.

Real-time results
Unlimited free checks
No account needed

All Status Codes

Detect 301, 302, 303, 307, 308 and more. Understand SEO implications of each.

301/308 permanent
302/307 temporary
Clear explanations

Chain Visualization

See every hop from source to destination. Identify bottlenecks and optimize paths.

Step-by-step view
Chain length analysis
Performance insights

Loop Detection

Automatically find infinite redirect loops that block access and waste resources.

Circular detection
Instant alerts
Max redirect limits

User Agent Testing

Test as Googlebot, Chrome, Safari, and more. See what crawlers experience.

Googlebot simulation
Mobile testing
Browser emulation

Bulk Checking

Test up to 1000 URLs at once. Perfect for migrations and comprehensive audits.

Up to 1000 URLs
CSV export
Batch processing

HTTP Status Codes

Redirect Codes Explained

Understanding redirect status codes is essential for SEO. Each code tells search engines something different.

301 Moved Permanently

The SEO-friendly redirect. Passes 90-99% of link equity. Search engines update their index to show the new URL.

Best for: Domain migrations, URL restructuring, HTTP→HTTPS, merging pages

302 Found (Temporary)

Temporary redirect. Search engines keep indexing the original URL and don't pass full SEO value.

Best for: A/B testing, maintenance pages, geo-targeting, seasonal content

307 Temporary Redirect

Like 302 but preserves HTTP method. POST stays POST. Critical for forms and APIs.

Best for: Form submissions, API redirects, method-sensitive operations

308 Permanent Redirect

Permanent redirect preserving HTTP method. Like 301 but POST stays POST.

Best for: Permanent API changes, form action moves

Common Mistakes

Using 302 for permanent moves

Loses SEO value - use 301 instead

Long redirect chains (3+ hops)

Slows loading, wastes crawl budget

Redirect loops

Blocks access completely

Mixed redirect types

Inconsistent codes confuse crawlers

Best Practices

Use 301 for all permanent URL changes

Keep redirect chains to 1-2 hops max

Update internal links to final URLs

Test redirects after any site changes

Monitor for new redirect issues monthly

Use Cases

When to Test Redirects

Our redirect checker is essential for website maintenance, SEO audits, and development workflows.

SEO Audits

Find redirect issues affecting rankings. Identify wrong status codes and excessive chains.

Verify 301s pass value
Find misused 302s

Site Migrations

Verify redirects work correctly when moving domains or restructuring URLs.

Domain migration
URL structure changes

HTTPS Setup

Confirm HTTP URLs redirect to HTTPS. HTTPS is a ranking factor.

HTTP→HTTPS testing
SSL verification

Affiliate Links

Test affiliate and tracking URLs to ensure they work. Broken links = lost revenue.

Tracking params
Destination testing

Debugging

Find why pages aren't loading. Diagnose loops and unexpected destinations.

Loop diagnosis
Path tracing

Competitor Analysis

Analyze competitor redirect strategies. Learn from their implementations.

URL patterns
Strategy insights

Quick Start

How to Use

Test any URL in seconds with these simple steps.

Enter URL

Type or paste the URL to test. We add HTTPS automatically if not specified.

Configure (Optional)

Select user agent (Googlebot, Chrome, etc.) and max redirects to follow.

Click Check

We trace all redirects and record each hop with status codes.

Review Results

See the complete chain, final destination, and HTTPS status.

Pro Tips

Test After ChangesAlways verify redirects after domain or URL changes.

Check Both ProtocolsTest HTTP and HTTPS versions separately.

Test as GooglebotSee what affects your SEO rankings.

Keep Chains Short3+ redirects? Consolidate to one direct redirect.

Use Bulk for MigrationsTesting 100+ URLs? Use our bulk checker.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about URL redirects and SEO best practices.

What is a URL redirect?

A URL redirect automatically sends users and search engines from one URL to another. Testing is crucial because misconfigured redirects cause lost rankings and poor user experience.

What's the difference between 301 and 302?

301 is permanent and passes 90-99% of SEO value. 302 is temporary and doesn't pass full value. Use 301 for permanent moves, 302 for temporary situations.

How many redirects is too many?

Google recommends max 3 hops, but ideally use 1 direct redirect. Long chains slow loading and waste crawl budget.

What is a redirect loop?

A loop occurs when URLs redirect in a circle (A→B→A). This blocks access completely. Fix by identifying and removing circular redirect rules.

How do I test as Googlebot?

Click Advanced Options and select Googlebot from the User Agent dropdown. This shows exactly what Google's crawler experiences.

Does 301 pass all SEO value?

301s pass approximately 90-99% of link equity, not 100%. Some "PageRank dampening" occurs with any redirect, but 301 is still the best option.

Can I test multiple URLs?

Yes! Our Bulk Checker tests up to 1000 URLs at once with CSV export.

Why does my 301 show as 302?

Possible causes: CDN converting redirects, conflicting rules, CMS/plugins overriding config, or server-level redirects taking precedence. Check all redirect sources.

What's 307 vs 302?

Both are temporary, but 307 preserves HTTP method (POST stays POST). For standard page redirects, the difference is usually negligible.

How often should I test?

After any redirect-related changes, CMS updates, plugin updates, and during regular SEO audits (monthly or quarterly).