Free Redirect Checker & HTTP→HTTPS Tracer
Trace the full redirect chain for a domain hop by hop — confirm that http:// upgrades to https://, catch insecure HTTPS→HTTP downgrades, spot redirect loops and over-long chains, and see the final destination and status code.
By scanning, you confirm you own or have permission to test this domain. Not a substitute for manual penetration testing.
What this redirect checker checks
How it works
Read-only· follows the redirect chain- 1We request both http:// and https:// for the domain and follow each redirect hop, recording the status code and Location of every step.
- 2We confirm http:// upgrades to https://, catch insecure https://→http:// downgrades, and flag redirect loops or over-long chains.
- 3Requests are read-only GETs that stop at the final destination.
Why it matters
A missing HTTP→HTTPS redirect leaves the first request open to interception, a downgrade redirect strips encryption entirely, and long or looping chains hurt performance and can hide open-redirect abuse. Tracing the chain makes all of this visible.
Frequently asked questions
Is the redirect checker free?
Yes — no sign-up needed. We follow the redirects from both http:// and https:// and show you every hop.
Should http:// redirect to https://?
Yes. Serve a 301 redirect from http:// to https:// and add an HSTS header so browsers upgrade automatically on future visits.
Why are too many redirects a problem?
Each hop adds latency, and long chains can mask open redirects that attackers abuse for phishing. Aim for at most one or two hops.