HTTP

Open Redirect Checker

Analyze URL for open redirect risks. Check redirect params point to external domains.

We check redirect/url/next/return and similar params.

Fix: validate redirect targets (same origin or allowlist). Never redirect to user-controlled URLs without validation.

How to use

  1. Enter a domain, URL, or value relevant to Open Redirect Checker.
  2. Run the check and review the output carefully.
  3. Apply recommended fixes, then run the check again to verify.

Common use cases

  • Pre-deployment validation for Open Redirect Checker.
  • Incident triage when security checks fail in production.
  • Periodic security review as part of technical SEO and hardening.

Example inputs

https://example.com/login?redirect=https://evil.com

Common issues and fixes

Unvalidated redirect param

url, next, redirect with full URL can send users to malicious sites.

External domain in redirect

High risk: redirect to different host. Used in phishing.

Protocol-relative //

//evil.com inherits protocol. Validate and whitelist domains.

Recommended remediation

Whitelist allowed domains. Reject absolute URLs in redirect params. Use relative paths or domain check.

FAQ

Is Open Redirect Checker free to use?

Yes. This tool is free and can be used without account registration.

Do you store submitted values?

Only the minimum processing needed for the check. For client-side tools, data stays in your browser.

How should I use these results?

Use the output as a diagnostic baseline, apply fixes in your stack, then re-run the check to confirm remediation.

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