Check the HTTP status code of any public website URL to find out whether the page responds successfully, redirects to another address, or returns an error. Our free HTTP Status Code Checker helps website owners, developers, and SEO professionals investigate broken links, redirect problems, and common server errors.
Enter a website URL below to check its response.
Check how a public web page responds and follow its redirects. Requests run from this website's server, not your browser. 200 generally means the URL returned successfully. 301 or 308 means a permanent redirect; 302 or 307 indicates a temporary redirect. 403 indicates access was refused, 404 means the resource was not found, and 500 or 503 indicates a server-side problem. This check makes limited GET requests from the PTCLSpeedTest hosting server, retrieves no more than 1 KB of each response body, and follows up to five redirects. It does not measure your own device's connection, render the page, confirm that page content is correct, or guarantee that a website works for every visitor. Some sites block automated requests. Before checking: Use public URLs only. Do not enter private links, access tokens, passwords or personal information in a URL. The target website receives a request from this server.HTTP Status Code Checker
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How to read the result
How to Check a Website’s HTTP Status Code
- Enter a URL: Type the website address you want to test, such as
https://example.com/page. - Check the response: Click the Check status button. The tool sends a request from the PTCLSpeedTest hosting server.
- Review the result: See the HTTP status code, response description, request timing, and redirect path if applicable.
- Investigate problems: Use the returned code to identify possible access, redirect, or server issues.
You can check a homepage, individual article, product page, or other publicly accessible HTTP or HTTPS address. If you leave out the protocol, the checker tries HTTPS.
What Do HTTP Status Codes Mean?
An HTTP status code is a three-digit number returned by a server in response to an HTTP request. These codes are grouped into five categories.
| Status Range | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1xx | Informational response |
| 2xx | Successful response |
| 3xx | Redirection |
| 4xx | Client error |
| 5xx | Server error |
Common HTTP Status Codes and What to Check
| Code | Meaning | Recommended Action |
|---|---|---|
| 200 | OK | Confirm the page displays the expected content. |
| 301 | Moved Permanently | Check whether the new URL is correct. |
| 302 | Found (Temporary Redirect) | Confirm the temporary redirect is intentional. |
| 403 | Forbidden | Review access restrictions or security settings. |
| 404 | Not Found | Check the URL and whether the page was moved or deleted. |
| 429 | Too Many Requests | Reduce request frequency and review rate limits. |
| 500 | Internal Server Error | Inspect application and hosting error logs. |
| 502 | Bad Gateway | Investigate the gateway, proxy, or upstream server. |
| 503 | Service Unavailable | Check for maintenance or temporary server overload. |
A 200 response confirms that the HTTP request succeeded, but it does not guarantee the page displays the correct content. Similarly, a 403 response may result from intentional access restrictions rather than a broken website.
Check Website Redirects
Redirects send visitors and search engines from one URL to another. They are commonly used when websites change domain names, move pages, or switch from HTTP to HTTPS.
Our checker follows up to five redirects and displays the response path, helping you identify unnecessary redirect steps, unexpected destinations, and redirect loops.
For example, if an old page redirects through several addresses before reaching its replacement, you can review the chain and decide whether your internal links should point directly to the final destination.
Why Your HTTP Status Check May Differ From Your Browser
This tool sends HTTP GET requests from the PTCLSpeedTest hosting server, not your own computer or mobile phone. A website may respond differently depending on its firewall rules, geographic restrictions, authentication requirements, or automated-traffic protections.
The displayed response time measures the tool’s server-side HTTP requests. It is not a measurement of complete page loading, Core Web Vitals, or your personal internet connection speed.
The checker accepts public HTTP and HTTPS domain URLs using standard web ports. It does not test private networks, arbitrary IP addresses, or password-protected resources using login credentials.
When Should You Use an HTTP Status Code Checker?
An HTTP status check is useful when a webpage does not open, a link redirects unexpectedly, or a website appears to be experiencing a server problem.
For SEO maintenance, you can check important page URLs after changing permalinks, migrating domains, or updating internal links. For hosting troubleshooting, checking the response code helps narrow down whether a problem involves a missing resource, access restriction, or server error.
Important: Never submit confidential URLs containing passwords, access tokens, or personal information. The destination website receives a request from the checking server, and server logs may record request activity.