Redirect Checker

Why Check Redirects?

Redirects are essential for SEO when moving content, changing URLs, or consolidating pages. However, redirect chains, incorrect redirect types, or broken redirects can hurt SEO performance. Checking redirects helps ensure proper implementation and link equity transfer.

Redirect Types

• 301 Redirect: Permanent redirect, passes full link equity (use for permanent moves)
• 302 Redirect: Temporary redirect, minimal link equity (use for temporary moves)
• 307 Redirect: Temporary redirect that preserves HTTP method
• 308 Redirect: Permanent redirect that preserves HTTP method

Best Practices

Use 301 redirects for permanent URL changes. Avoid redirect chains (A→B→C) - redirect directly to the final destination. Keep redirect chains under 3 hops when possible. Test redirects after implementation to ensure they work correctly. Update internal links to point to new URLs when possible.