Redirect Loop Detector
Find and fix infinite redirect loops that harm user experience and SEO performance.
Understanding Redirect Loops
A redirect loop occurs when a URL redirects to another URL, which then redirects back to the original URL (either directly or through a series of intermediate redirects). This creates an endless cycle that browsers and search engines cannot resolve.
Common Causes of Redirect Loops
- Conflicting redirect rules in .htaccess files or server configurations
- Misconfigured SSL settings (e.g., HTTP to HTTPS redirects not properly implemented)
- Plugin conflicts in content management systems like WordPress
- CDN configuration issues that create circular references
- Mobile redirection errors where mobile and desktop versions redirect to each other
Types of Redirect Loops
Direct Loops
Page A redirects to Page B, which redirects back to Page A. These simple loops are the easiest to identify and fix.
Indirect Loops
Page A redirects to Page B, which redirects to Page C, which redirects back to Page A. These complex loops can be harder to trace.
Conditional Loops
Redirects that occur only under certain conditions (e.g., specific user agents, cookies, or referrers), making them difficult to reproduce.
Meta Refresh Loops
Loops created by meta refresh tags in HTML rather than HTTP status codes, which can behave differently than server-based redirects.
Regular testing for redirect loops is an important part of website maintenance, especially after changing URL structures, implementing SSL, or updating server configurations. Use our Redirect Loop Detector tool to ensure your website is free from these harmful SEO issues.