SEO Tool

Redirect Checker

Trace the Full Redirect Chain

Follow any URL through every redirect hop. Inspect status codes, response times and final destination — perfect for debugging SEO redirect chains and migration issues.

Full Chain Visibility

See every redirect hop with status code, type and timing — not just the final destination.

SEO Diagnostics

Detect redirect loops, long chains, mixed 301/302 patterns and HTTPS downgrades that hurt rankings.

Safe & Private

URLs are fetched server-side with strict SSRF protection. We never store or share what you check.

Why Redirect Chains Matter for SEO

When you redirect a URL, search engines and users have to follow each hop before reaching the final page. Long chains slow down page loads, waste crawl budget and can dilute link equity — making redirect auditing a critical SEO task.

What is a Redirect Chain?

A redirect chain occurs when one URL redirects to another, which then redirects to a third (or more). Each hop adds latency and consumes a small portion of the link's authority. Best practice is to redirect directly from the original URL to the final destination in one step.

How to Use This Tool

Paste any URL and click 'Check Redirects'. The tool follows up to 10 hops, recording the status code (301, 302, 307, 308), redirect type and target URL for each step. Use the results to flatten chains and fix loops in your .htaccess, nginx config or CMS settings.

What You'll Learn

  • Whether your old URLs use the correct 301 (permanent) status
  • If any redirect chain exceeds the recommended 1-2 hops
  • Whether HTTPS is enforced through proper redirects
  • If any redirect loops are silently breaking your URLs

Privacy & Security

All requests are made through our server with strict SSRF protection — we block private networks and metadata endpoints. Checked URLs are never logged or shared.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a 301 and a 302 redirect?
A 301 redirect is permanent — search engines transfer link equity from the old URL to the new one and update their index. A 302 redirect is temporary — search engines keep the original URL indexed because they expect the redirect to be removed later. Use 301 for permanent moves like site migrations.
Why are redirect chains bad for SEO?
Each hop in a chain adds latency, slows down crawling and can leak a small amount of link equity at every step. Google has stated that long chains may cause crawlers to give up before reaching the final page. Aim for a single direct redirect whenever possible.
How many redirects is too many?
Google's general recommendation is no more than 5 redirects in a chain. From an SEO perspective, anything more than 2 hops should be flattened by updating the original redirect to point directly to the final URL.
What is a redirect loop?
A redirect loop occurs when URL A redirects to B, and B redirects back to A (directly or through a chain). Browsers will eventually stop following the loop and show an error. This tool detects loops and stops following them after 10 hops.
Can I check internal redirects on a private network?
No — for security reasons, this tool blocks requests to private IP ranges, localhost and cloud metadata endpoints (SSRF protection). Use it only for publicly accessible URLs.