Redirect Checker

Check URL redirects, redirect chains, and HTTP status codes.

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Enter a URL to check its redirect chain and final status code

About Redirect Checker

Check the redirect chain and final HTTP status code for any URL. Detects HTTP→HTTPS upgrades, redirect hops, and final status codes (200, 301, 302, 404, 500). Includes a status code reference guide.

How to Use

  1. 1Enter a URL and click Check (or press Enter).
  2. 2The redirect chain shows each hop with its status code.
  3. 3Green (200) means the final destination is reachable.
  4. 4Blue (301/308) means a permanent redirect.
  5. 5Red (404/500) means an error at the destination.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a redirect chain?
A redirect chain occurs when URL A redirects to URL B which redirects to URL C. Each hop adds latency and dilutes link equity. Ideally, keep redirect chains to a single hop.
What is a 301 vs 302 redirect?
A 301 (Moved Permanently) tells search engines the page has moved forever and transfers link equity. A 302 (Found/Temporary) is used for temporary moves and does not pass full link equity.
Does this tool check all intermediate hops?
This tool uses a third-party proxy that follows redirects automatically. Full intermediate hop detail requires server-side checking. HTTP→HTTPS upgrades and URL pattern changes are detected automatically.