Most "redirect checkers" only show you the final destination. This one shows every hop.
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Every hop, real status codes
See each 301/302/307/308 in order with its exact status, not just where you eventually land.
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Loop detection
Catches redirect loops (A → B → A) instead of hanging or timing out silently.
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Protocol downgrade warnings
Flags any hop that redirects from https to http — almost always a misconfiguration worth fixing.
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Permanent vs temporary mix warnings
Flags chains that mix 301/308 with 302/307/303, since mixing them can send contradictory signals to search engines.
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Hop count guidance
Warns when a chain has more than the recommended 1–2 hops, since each one adds latency and can dilute link equity.
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Server-side accuracy
Checks run server-side so status codes and headers are fully visible — not limited by browser cross-origin restrictions.
Why do I need a redirect chain checker instead of just visiting the URL?▾
Your browser follows redirects automatically and only shows you the final page, hiding how many hops happened, what status codes were used, and whether a loop or dead end exists partway through. A dedicated checker shows every step.
How many redirect hops is too many?▾
One hop is ideal, and two is generally acceptable. Three or more hops add measurable latency and can dilute link equity passed between pages, so most SEO guidance recommends keeping chains as short as possible.
What is the difference between a 301 and a 302 redirect?▾
A 301 is a permanent redirect, telling search engines to transfer ranking signals to the new URL and update their index. A 302 is temporary and tells search engines to keep the original URL indexed, since the redirect may not last.
Why can't my browser show me the redirect chain directly?▾
Browsers intentionally hide redirect details for cross-origin requests as a security and privacy measure, returning an opaque response with no visible status code or Location header. This tool works around that by checking each hop from the server side, where that restriction doesn't apply.
What does a protocol downgrade warning mean?▾
It means a step in the chain redirects from https to http, which is almost always a misconfiguration. It can trigger browser security warnings and undoes the SEO and security benefits of serving your site over HTTPS.