Kitsy AI

↪️Redirect Checker

Trace where a URL redirects and the full hop chain

About the Redirect Checker

Redirect Checker traces the full redirect chain for a URL — every hop, its status code (301, 302, 307…), and the final destination.

It is essential for debugging SEO-critical redirects and spotting redirect loops or chains that waste crawl budget.

Common use cases

  • Confirming old URLs 301-redirect to the right new pages
  • Finding redirect chains or loops that hurt SEO
  • Checking http→https and non-www→www behavior
  • Verifying link shorteners and campaign URLs

How to use the Redirect Checker

  1. Paste the starting URL.
  2. Click Trace.
  3. Review each hop, its status code, and the final destination.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 301 and 302?

301 is a permanent redirect (passes SEO value); 302/307 are temporary. Use 301 when a page has permanently moved.

Why avoid redirect chains?

Each extra hop slows users and dilutes SEO value — redirect directly to the final URL where possible.

Does it follow loops forever?

No, it stops and reports if it detects a redirect loop or too many hops.