Why do it: Setting the correct type of redirect (such as permanent or temporary) is essential for SEO and to ensure that visitors and search engines reach the correct destination.
Available Redirect Types
When you edit or create a redirect, you can choose from the following types in the Type field:
| Code | Description | Usage |
|---|---|---|
| 301 | Permanent | Indicates that the URL has been permanently moved. |
| 302 | Temporary | Indicates that the URL has been temporarily moved. |
| 307 | Temporarily Moved | Similar to 302, but preserves the original HTTP method. |
| 308 | Permanently Moved | Similar to 301, but preserves the original HTTP method. |
| mtp | Multiple destinations | Redirects the source URL to multiple destinations (e.g., for A/B testing). |
| 401 | Unauthorized | Indicates that access to the resource is unauthorized. |
| 410 | Gone | Indicates that the resource has been permanently removed and will not return. |
Procedure to Set the Redirect Type
1. Access the edit or new redirect creation screen.
2. In the Source URL field, enter the relative path (without the domain name) of the address that should no longer be used.
3. In the Type dropdown menu, select the redirect code you want to apply (for example, 301 - Permanent).
A. Setup for Standard Redirects (301, 302, 307, 308)
If you selected a standard code (301, 302, 307, or 308):
4. The Destination URL field will appear. Enter here the full or relative address of the final page where users should be redirected.
B. Setup for Multiple Destinations (mtp)
If you selected Multiple destinations:
4. The Multiple Destination URLs field will appear. Enter all destination addresses here, separated by commas.
C. Setup for Error Codes (401, 410)
If you selected an error code (401 or 410), there is no need to specify a Destination URL, as the system will respond directly with the selected error code.
5. Make sure the Active checkbox is checked if you want the redirect to be immediately operational. If unchecked, the redirect will be disabled.
6. Click on the form save button (usually labeled Save or Apply) to make your changes effective.
