TOOL GUIDE
Broken link checker
Find broken links on a public page and see exactly where they appear. This broken link checker separates missing pages from blocked checks in a repair list.
Read the walkthroughHow can a broken link checker find missing pages?
This broken link checker tests links found on the page you enter and identifies where each link appears. It separates confirmed missing pages from blocked or incomplete checks. The initial scan covers a stated number of destinations; it does not claim to discover every backlink pointing to your website.
A PRACTICAL WALKTHROUGH
When to use it and what to prepare
For editors maintaining service pages, resource lists or articles whose outgoing links may have changed.
- Choose the page containing the links you want checked.
- Decide whether to review only the same origin or both internal and external destinations.
Work through these steps
- Submit the source page when live checking becomes available.
- Separate confirmed 404 or 410 responses from redirects, blocked requests and timeouts.
- Review each affected source occurrence and choose a relevant replacement before editing.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE
Put the method into context
Illustrative example: an article links to a retired pricing page that returns 404. Replace it with the current pricing destination only if it answers the same question; do not send every broken link to the homepage.
How to interpret the result
The source occurrence tells you where to repair the link. A 403 or timeout is inconclusive and needs another check. A redirect may work but still deserve a direct link to the final relevant page.
Get a more useful result
- Prioritize quote, contact and service links used during a buying decision.
- Check links added by reusable templates on more than one page.
Keep these limits in mind
- The scan checks up to 25 unique HTTP destinations from one page.
- It does not verify fragment targets or discover every external backlink.
The method and its scope
Up to 25 unique HTTP destinations, with source occurrences retained. A 403, 429 or timeout remains inconclusive. Fragments need a separate page-level check.
Choose your next step
Read the supporting SEO guideReview the service scopeQuestions about broken link checker
Can I use this tool now?
The usage guide is available. The interactive function still awaits setup and checks; this informational page does not run scans or collect tool inputs.
Is every blocked link a broken link?
No. A 403, rate limit or timeout can prevent testing even when visitors can open the destination. Confirm the response before replacing it.
Should broken links always point to the homepage?
No. Choose a working page that meets the original link’s purpose. If no suitable replacement exists, revise or remove the reference.
What is the scope of broken link checker?
Up to 25 unique HTTP destinations, with source occurrences retained. A 403, 429 or timeout remains inconclusive. Fragments need a separate page-level check.