Sequences of multiple redirects between URLs that degrade crawl efficiency and UX.
Redirect chains occur when a requested URL redirects through two or more intermediate URLs before reaching the final destination. Chains waste crawl budget, slow page loads, and risk dropping signals along the path. Consolidating chains into a single 301 improves performance, equity transfer, and reliability.
| Criteria | Recommended | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Intent Alignment | Map $redirect chains to user journeys and topics | Validate with SERP and on-site behavior |
| Consistency | Encode in components and content standards | Use CMS validations and preview QA |
| Measurement | Track internal CTR, sync signals, conversions | Set guardrails to catch regressions |
A → B → C where A and B both redirect before reaching C
Legacy migrations stacking multiple redirect hops
Speeds up crawling and user navigation
Preserves ranking signals better
Reduces failure points in migrations
Collapse chains into one hop where possible
Use 301 for permanent moves
Audit redirects after releases
Avoid redirect loops and long hops
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