Redirect Chain Checker
Trace every HTTP redirect from a public URL to its final destination.
What is a redirect chain?
A redirect chain happens when a URL sends the browser or search engine to another URL, which then redirects again before reaching the final destination.
A short redirect can be normal. Long or accidental chains can add latency, complicate migrations and make URL behaviour harder to understand.
When should you check redirects?
Redirect checks are useful after changing domains, moving pages, switching from HTTP to HTTPS, updating site structure or investigating an unexpected final URL.
- Website migrations and URL changes
- HTTP to HTTPS redirects
- Old URLs pointing to new pages
- Unexpected redirect destinations
- Multiple redirects that could be simplified
301 vs 302 vs 307 vs 308
301 and 308 indicate permanent redirects. 302 and 307 indicate temporary redirects. The exact status helps explain how the destination is intended to be treated.
Why multiple redirects matter
Every additional redirect requires another HTTP request. A direct path is usually easier to maintain and avoids unnecessary network round trips. This checker shows every hop separately so you can see exactly how the final URL is reached.