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Broken Link Checker

Find broken links on any page: 404 errors, server errors, and redirects

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This only checks for broken links. For a comprehensive analysis, use the full page check.

You can also audit your entire site. Duplicate titles and descriptions, orphan pages, broken links between sections, and other site-wide issues can only be found with a full site audit.

If you don't have an SEO specialist, we can help fix the errors found.

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Why Check for Broken Links

Broken links are links that lead to non-existent or unavailable pages. They harm both users and SEO: visitors encounter 404 errors, and search bots waste crawl budget. Regular broken link checks help maintain site quality and protect your search rankings.

What This Tool Checks

  • 404 errors — links to pages that don't exist
  • Server errors (5xx) — links to pages that return server errors
  • Redirects (3xx) — links that redirect to a different URL
  • Timeouts — links to pages that don't respond
  • Working links (200) — links that work correctly

How Broken Links Affect SEO

Search engines treat a large number of broken links as a sign of a neglected or low-quality site. This can lead to lower rankings. Additionally, link equity that should flow through internal links is lost on 404 pages. External broken links harm user experience and reduce trust in your content.

How to Fix Broken Links

  • Remove the link — if the target page no longer exists and there's no replacement
  • Update the URL — point to the current address of a page with similar content
  • Set up a 301 redirect — if the page has moved to a new URL
  • Restore the page — if it was deleted by mistake

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should you check for broken links? ▶
It's recommended to check for broken links at least once a month. For large sites or frequently updated content, check weekly. External sites can remove pages at any time, so links break regularly.
Are redirects a problem? ▶
A single 301 redirect is fine. Problems arise when redirect chains form (A -> B -> C -> D) or when a redirect leads to an irrelevant page. Chains slow down loading and lose link equity at each hop. It's better to link directly to the final URL.
Do outbound broken links affect site rankings? ▶
Not directly — Google doesn't penalize for broken outbound links. However, they worsen user experience, and user behavior signals do affect rankings. Search engines also consider outbound link quality as a trust signal.

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