HTTP

Redirect Chain Checker

Follow redirect chains — 301, 302, 307, 308. See every hop with status codes and latency. SEO & security.

Follows redirects — max 15 hops. Detects loops.

How to use

  1. Enter a domain, URL, or value relevant to Redirect Chain 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 Redirect Chain Checker.
  • Incident triage when security checks fail in production.
  • Periodic security review as part of technical SEO and hardening.

Example inputs

https://example.comhttps://bit.ly/xyz

Common issues and fixes

Long redirect chains

Google recommends ≤3 hops. Each hop adds latency and may dilute link equity.

Redirect loops

Circular redirects trap crawlers. Fix with correct 301/302 targets.

Recommended remediation

Use 301 for permanent redirects. Prefer direct URLs. Avoid chains longer than 2–3 hops.

FAQ

Is Redirect Chain 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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