Understanding Redirect Types (301, 302, Silent)
Questions:
- What is difference between 301, 302, and Silent Redirects?
- Which redirect type is best for SEO?
- When should I use 302 instead of 301?
- What is a Silent redirect?
Description:
RedirectUrlManagement supports three types of redirects, each serving a specific purpose.
Redirect Types Explained
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301 (Permanent)
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302 (Temporary)
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Silent Redirect (0)
While creating/editing a redirect, choose the appropriate redirect type and save the changes
Solution:
This article explains different redirect types and when to use them.
- To Create a New Redirect URL, follow this article steps
- While creating a redirect, choose a redirect type
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Select 301 for permanent moves
Use when a page is permanently moved or removed. SEO-friendly.
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Select 302 for temporary campaigns
Use when a page is temporarily unavailable or replaced.
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Select Silent for internal content rewrites
Internally serves content from another URL without changing the browser address.
Tips and Tricks:
💡Key things to keep in mind
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Use 301 redirects in most cases
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Avoid using 302 for long-term changes
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Silent redirects are ideal for tracking URLs