Trace the full redirect chain
Follow intermediate hops, compare each domain, and identify the final URL. A chain may include permanent 301 or 308 redirects and temporary 302 or 307 redirects.
Trust Lab
See where a link goes
Paste a public URL to reveal its redirect steps and final destination before you continue.
Redirects are common and not always malicious. They matter when a link changes domains, hides the final destination, or uses multiple hops.
Redirect result
Enter a link to inspect the redirect path.
Read the destination in context
Redirects are common in short links, campaigns, and sign-in flows. Extra hops or a surprising final domain deserve review, but do not prove malicious intent.
Tool guidance
How to use this tool
The URL is sent to CheckLink's scanner. No scan history is stored.
How to use it
Paste a public URL or domain.
Run the check to inspect the redirect path.
Review the final URL, final domain, hop count, and reasons.
Copy the chain if you need to share it.
What results mean
Redirects are common and not always bad.
A different final domain deserves context.
Multiple hops or hidden destinations may need manual review.
What to do next
Build a Quick Report for a clean summary.
Use Bulk Check for many links.
Request manual review for login, payment, download, or customer-facing links.
Browser extension
CheckLink browser extension
Open the current page, inspect links from the browser menu, and jump into CheckLink faster without an account.
Works with Chrome and compatible Chromium-based desktop browsers. Firefox and Safari versions are not currently available.
The extension sends a URL only when you choose a scan action. It does not store scan history.
FAQ
What does a redirect checker show?
It shows the intermediate redirect steps and final destination that a public URL reaches.
Are 301, 302, 307, and 308 redirects unsafe?
No. These status codes describe how a redirect works. The destination, number of hops, and context determine whether closer review is useful.
Can a shortened link hide its destination?
Yes. A short link can send you through one or more redirects before the final page becomes visible.
Does the result guarantee the final page is safe?
No. Redirect results and URL checks provide signals, not a guarantee about the page or anything it may later load.