🔗 Broken Links Checker
Check your website for broken links, dead URLs, and 404 errors. Improve SEO and user experience by fixing broken links.
🔗 About Broken Links
Broken links (also called dead links) are hyperlinks that no longer work. They hurt user experience and SEO rankings. Regular link checking helps maintain a healthy website.
- 404 Errors: Page not found - the most common broken link
- Redirects: Links that redirect to another URL (may slow down site)
- SEO Impact: Too many broken links can hurt search rankings
- User Experience: Broken links frustrate visitors and increase bounce rate
📋 How to Use the Broken Links Checker
- Enter the full website address, including https://.
- Select Check for Broken Links and wait while the page is scanned.
- Review the list of links returning errors such as 404.
- Export the results to CSV or copy them so you can work through the fixes.
🎯 When to Use It
- After a site redesign or a URL change, to catch links that no longer resolve.
- Before a launch, to avoid sending visitors to dead pages.
- As a regular SEO housekeeping check on important pages.
💡 Tips & Common Pitfalls
- Fix internal broken links first, since you control them and they affect crawling.
- For a page that has moved, add a 301 redirect rather than only editing the link.
- Some sites block automated checks, so a link flagged here is worth opening in a browser before you change it.
- Check key pages separately, such as the homepage, top landing pages and navigation.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is a broken link?
A broken link is a hyperlink that leads to a non-existent web page, typically resulting in a 404 error. It can happen when pages are deleted, moved, or URLs are changed without proper redirects.
Why should I fix broken links?
Broken links harm user experience, reduce trust, increase bounce rates, and can negatively impact your SEO rankings. Search engines view broken links as a sign of poor site maintenance.
How often should I check for broken links?
Check your website for broken links monthly, or more frequently if you update content regularly. After major site updates or redesigns, always run a broken link check.
What are redirect links?
Redirect links (301/302) send users to a different URL than originally specified. While not broken, excessive redirects can slow down your site and affect user experience.