Quick Reference
Element Code: LI-022
Issue: Internal redirects lead to 4XX or 5XX errors
Impact: Broken internal links, lost link equity, poor UX
Fix: Fix redirect destinations or update source links
Detection: Screaming Frog, Sitebulb
What Is This Issue?
Redirects that end in errors are completely broken. Users cannot reach the content, and link equity is lost.
Why This Matters for Your Website
These are effectively broken links. They frustrate users and waste crawl budget.
How to Fix This Issue
- Fix redirect target: Point to existing page
- Or update source links: Link directly to working page
- Remove redirect: If destination no longer exists
Tools for Detection
- Screaming Frog: Reports redirect chains ending in errors
TL;DR (The Simple Version)
Your internal redirects lead to error pages. Either fix the redirect destinations or update the original links to working pages.
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