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Redirect problems

Redirect without a destination

The website said "go elsewhere" but did not say where.

Quick answer

A redirect must include a Location header, which holds the next address. This response had a redirect code but no destination, so neither browsers nor our check can continue.

When to wait: Waiting will not fix a missing destination.

If you are visiting the website

  1. Compare in your own browser Open the website yourself. Our check comes from one measuring point and may see something different from you.
  2. Tell the website owner If the problem stays, contact the website through another channel (email or social media) and tell them the exact error and time.

If you run the website

  1. Add the destination Make sure every redirect sends a Location header with the full new address.
  2. Test with HEAD and GET Some setups only add the header for one request type. Test both.

Likely causes

  • Common A server or application rule sends a redirect code but forgets the destination. (Website side)
  • Rare A proxy removed the header. (Website side)

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