HTTP Status Query Tool
Common HTTP status codes
200 - Server successfully returns the web page 404 - The requested web page does not exist 503 - Service unavailable
301 redirect: 301 represents permanent transfer (Permanently Moved)
302 redirect: 302 represents temporary transfer (Temporarily Moved).
Understanding HTTP Status Codes
HTTP status codes are three-digit numbers that indicate the result of an HTTP request. They are categorized as follows:
- 1xx (Informational): The request was received, continuing process.
- 2xx (Successful): The request was successfully received, understood, and accepted.
- 3xx (Redirection): Further action needs to be taken in order to complete the request.
- 4xx (Client Error): The request contains incorrect syntax or cannot be fulfilled.
- 5xx (Server Error): The server failed to fulfill an apparently valid request.
Why Use the HTTP Status Query Tool?
This tool is essential for:
- Troubleshooting: Identifying issues with web requests and understanding what might be going wrong.
- Web Development: Ensuring that web applications are returning the correct status codes.
- SEO: Recognizing client and server errors that could affect search engine rankings.
How to Use the HTTP Status Query Tool
- Enter the Status Code: Input the HTTP status code you want to learn more about.
- Get Information: The tool will provide a detailed explanation of what the status code means and when it is used.
- Understand Redirects: Learn the difference between permanent (301) and temporary (302) redirects.
Common HTTP Status Codes
- 200: OK - The request has succeeded.
- 404: Not Found - The requested resource is not available.
- 503: Service Unavailable - The server is currently unable to handle the request due to a temporary overload or maintenance.
Understanding Redirects
- 301 Redirect: This means that the resource requested has been permanently moved to a new URL, and the search engine and browsers should update their records.
- 302 Redirect: This is a temporary redirect, indicating that the resource is available for the time being but might be located elsewhere in the future.
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