Use the right status
Use 301 or 308 for permanent moves and 302 or 307 for genuinely temporary behavior.
Redirect Checker
Trace redirect hops, status codes, destinations, and response timing.
Keep redirect paths short
Every extra hop adds latency and crawl work. Permanent moves should usually reach the final canonical destination directly.
Remove chains
Update old rules and internal links so they point directly to the final URL.
Watch protocol changes
Avoid HTTPS downgrades and confirm the final response is successful.
How to use Redirect Checker
Get a reliable result in three straightforward steps.
Enter the starting URL
Use the old, shared, or advertised address.
Trace the chain
Follow each status code to the next location.
Inspect the final page
Confirm the last status is successful and the destination is canonical.
Built for everyday work
Useful without the busywork
Focused controls, immediate feedback, and no account between you and the result.
Hop-by-hop view
See every URL, status code, and response time.
Chain health
Spot long paths that should be shortened.
Final destination
Verify users land on the intended HTTPS page.
Practical guide
What is Redirect Checker?
A redirect checker follows HTTP hops from the requested URL to the final response. It reports status codes, destinations, and timing so you can see whether users and crawlers take a short, trustworthy path.
Permanent moves should usually use 301 or 308 and land on the canonical HTTPS destination in one hop. Extra redirects add latency and wasted crawl budget.
Practical reference
Common redirect status codes
OptionGood forImportant consideration
301 or 308
Good for
Permanent move
Important consideration
Use when the old URL should pass signals to the new destination
302 or 307
Good for
Temporary move
Important consideration
Use only when the original URL is expected to return
200
Good for
Final successful page
Important consideration
This should be the canonical content URL
4xx or 5xx
Good for
Failed destination
Important consideration
Fix the final URL before leaving the redirect in place
Practical applications
When to use this tool
Common ways Redirect Checker fits into real projects and daily tasks.
Domain moves
Confirm old hosts reach the new site in one hop.
HTTPS upgrades
Check that HTTP and www variants settle on one canonical URL.
Campaign links
Test shortened or legacy URLs before a launch.
Internal cleanup
Find chains created by stacked rules or outdated redirects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers about supported formats, processing, privacy, and common workflows.