Free Broken Link Checker
Enter a URL to test every link on the page and find the broken ones (404s and errors) and the ones that redirect.
Checks the live page · free, no sign-up
How to use the free broken link checker
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Enter a page URL.
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Wait while each link is tested (up to 120).
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Fix or remove broken links and update redirecting ones to their final URL.
Why broken links matter
Broken links frustrate readers, waste Google's crawl of your site, and stop link value flowing to your pages. They build up naturally as sites you link to move or close.
Links that redirect still work, but each redirect slows the visitor down slightly; updating them to the final URL is a quick win during any content refresh.
Tips for using the broken link checker
Check old posts first
Links rot over time. Older articles usually have the most broken links.
Replace, don't just remove
Find an updated source for a broken link to keep the page useful.
Update redirected links
Link straight to the final URL. Trace redirects with the redirect checker.
Check whole lists
Test up to 25 URLs at once with the HTTP status code checker.
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Broken Link Checker FAQ
Can I check any website?
Any public page. Pages behind a login, or that block automated requests, can't be checked.
Why does a link show as broken but works in my browser?
Some sites block automated checks or require a login. Click any flagged link to confirm before removing it.
Is it free?
Yes, with no sign-up. Page checks are limited to 60 a day per person to keep them fast for everyone.
Do broken links hurt SEO?
A few won't hurt rankings directly, but they waste crawling, frustrate readers and stop link value flowing.
How often should I check for broken links?
Every few months, and after any site migration.
What's a 404 error?
"Not found": the page at that address doesn't exist (anymore).
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