Inspect every hop before you trust a tracked or short link.
Redirect checker
Check every hop in a redirect chain before you trust a tracked ad link or custom domain. We follow public http(s) redirects, with a hop limit and blocks on private or internal addresses. This tool shares a daily lookup limit with the other server-side lookup tools.
Three quick steps — then download or copy. Each tool page includes tips and FAQs.
Tracked ad links, short links, and custom domains all work.
We cap the number of hops and block private networks, so the check stays safe.
Confirm the status codes and final destination before you share the link or turn it into a QR code.
It uses the same safety model, but this page focuses on hop-by-hop redirect inspection and status codes.
Yes. The redirect checker shares a daily lookup limit, plus short burst limits, with the unshortener and Open Graph preview.
Yes. It is free to use in your browser, with no sign-up.
Private networks, unsafe schemes, excessive hops, and timeouts are blocked to protect the service.
Lookups are processed to show you the chain. They are not saved as a public history.
