What does a URL redirect checker do?
It follows every redirect hop from the initial link to the final destination, displaying the exact HTTP status codes (such as 301 Permanent, 302 Temporary) and headers along the path.
URL Redirect & HTTP Status Tracer
Trace HTTP 301, 302, 307, and 308 redirect chains from the ToolZappy server, independent of browser DNS filters.
Redirects are checked from the ToolZappy server—not from your browser or local DNS.
What can the URL Redirect & HTTP Status Tracer do?
Inspect and trace the full server-side HTTP redirect chain for any URL or shortened link (bit.ly, t.co, tinyurl). Detect 301 Permanent Redirects, 302 Temporary Redirects, 307/308 redirects, HTTP-to-HTTPS upgrades, affiliate tracking parameters, and redirect loops with complete SSRF safety.
- Server-side HTTP redirect tracing independent of local ad blockers or DNS filters
- Complete hop-by-hop visibility with status codes (301, 302, 307, 308, 200, 404)
- Inspect destination headers, response times, and unmasked affiliate URLs
- Redirect loop and infinite hop detection protection
- Strict SSRF cloud protection blocking private and intranet IP subnets
How to use the URL Redirect & HTTP Status Tracer
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Paste the shortened or redirected URL into the search box.
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Click "Trace Redirect Chain".
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Examine every hop, status code, intermediate destination, and the final URL destination.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is checking redirects server-side more accurate than checking in browser?
Browser extensions, ad blockers, Pi-hole DNS filters, and local ISP firewalls can silently intercept or block affiliate redirects. ToolZappy tests the connection from a clean server environment for an authentic HTTP trace.
Can I use this to inspect suspicious or shortened links before clicking them?
Yes! It allows you to safely unmask suspicious short links (Bitly, TinyURL, Ow.ly) and reveal the real destination website without exposing your browser to malicious code.