What is Broken Link Checker?
Broken Link Checker is a free online tool that scans a page (with a limited same-site crawl) and reports links that return 404 or other errors. Fix dead links before they hurt users and SEO.
Find broken links online with a capped, SSRF-safe crawl. Fix 404s before they hurt UX and SEO — free dead link checker on Fah Swe Tools.
Key features
- Finds 404 and error links
- Limited same-host crawl with safe caps
- Status code for every link
- Free, no signup
Popular uses
- Find broken links after deleting pages
- Check outbound links in old blog posts
- Audit a site before launch
Also known as: Dead Link Checker, 404 Checker, Link Validator.
How it works
- Enter a public page URL.
- Optionally raise max pages/links within safe caps.
- Review OK vs broken statuses.
FAQ
Full site crawl?
Capped for fairness (few pages / dozens of links). Use a dedicated crawler for huge sites.
Localhost?
Blocked — private network addresses are not fetched.
Do broken links hurt SEO?
A few won't sink rankings, but many dead links waste crawl budget and frustrate visitors.
How do I fix a broken link?
Update it to the correct URL, or redirect the missing page (301) to the best replacement.