How to use the Redirect Checker
- Enter a URL (with or without https://). For a bulk check, add one URL per line.
- Pick a user agent (desktop, mobile or Googlebot).
- Click the button to follow the URL hop by hop.
- Read every status code, the final URL and the warnings about chains, loops and temporary redirects.
About this tool
Check where a URL redirects: see every hop, 301 vs 302 status codes, redirect chains and loops. Bulk check up to 50 URLs. It is part of the free SEO & Web Tools collection on Online Tools Harbor.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a 301 and a 302 redirect?
A 301 (or 308) is permanent: search engines move ranking signals to the new URL. A 302 (or 307) is temporary: the old URL stays indexed. Use 301 when a page has moved for good.
Why are redirect chains bad?
Each extra hop slows the page and wastes crawl budget. Point old URLs directly at the final destination.
Is the Redirect Checker free?
Yes. The Redirect Checker is completely free to use, with no sign-up and no limits on normal use.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes, it works in any modern browser on phones, tablets and computers. No app to install.