Network & Web Tools
Redirect Checker Online Free
Trace HTTP redirect hops, status codes and the final destination for a public URL.
About this tool
Redirects move browsers and crawlers from one URL to another. This checker follows a bounded chain and shows each 301, 302, 303, 307 or 308 hop before the final response. It helps identify unnecessary chains, old internal links, HTTP-to-HTTPS behavior and incorrect destinations.
Common use cases
- ✓ Verify an old URL redirects to the intended replacement.
- ✓ Find multi-hop redirect chains that slow navigation.
- ✓ Check HTTP-to-HTTPS and non-www-to-www rules.
- ✓ Confirm a campaign or shortened URL destination.
How to use it
- Enter the original URL you want to test.
- Run the checker and review each hop in order.
- Update internal links to point directly to the preferred final URL where possible.
- Retest after changing redirect or hosting rules.
Important interpretation notes
- • The checker follows at most eight redirects.
- • Cookies, authentication and geographic routing can produce different destinations.
- • Use permanent redirects only when the destination is intended to remain stable.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a 301 redirect?
A 301 indicates a permanent move and is commonly used for changed canonical URLs.
What is a 302 redirect?
A 302 normally indicates a temporary redirect.
Why are redirect chains undesirable?
Each extra hop adds latency and creates another point of failure.
Can redirects affect SEO?
Yes. Incorrect destinations, loops and unnecessary chains can affect crawling and user experience.
Does the checker execute JavaScript redirects?
No. It follows HTTP Location headers, not client-side script navigation.
Can it detect redirect loops?
It stops after a bounded number of hops and reports when the limit is exceeded.