Trace Redirect Chains
The checker follows a bounded number of redirects and records each hop. This helps reveal unexpected intermediate URLs, temporary redirects and destinations that do not match the canonical URL you intended.
Understand Common Redirect Codes
301 and 308 generally represent permanent moves, while 302 and 307 are commonly used for temporary redirects. The right status depends on the situation; the tool reports the response rather than assuming every redirect is an error.
Why Long Chains Should Be Cleaned Up
Multiple hops add latency and make migrations harder to maintain. Where practical, update internal links and redirect rules so an old URL points directly to the final intended destination.
Use Redirect Checks During Migrations
Test representative old URLs, HTTP-to-HTTPS behavior, www/non-www variants and renamed pages after a migration. A working homepage redirect does not prove that every old deep URL reaches the correct replacement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which redirect codes can the tool trace?
It can report common HTTP redirect responses such as 301, 302, 307 and 308 and follow bounded hops to show the final destination.
Why are long redirect chains undesirable?
Extra hops add latency, complicate crawling and make URL maintenance harder. Where practical, update links so they point directly to the preferred final URL.
Is a 301 always better than a 302?
No. A 301/308 is appropriate for a permanent move, while 302/307 can be appropriate for a temporary redirect. The correct choice depends on whether the move is intended to be permanent.
How many redirect hops are too many?
There is no useful reason to preserve avoidable hops when an old URL can point directly to the intended final destination. Shorter chains are easier to maintain and reduce extra requests.
Should internal links point to redirected URLs?
Prefer updating internal links to the final canonical destination when practical. Redirects are valuable for old external URLs and migrations, but internal navigation should normally avoid unnecessary hops.
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