Website Status Checker
Learn about HTTP status codes to understand and troubleshoot website issues.
ℹ️ How Website Status Works
When you visit a website, the server returns an HTTP status code indicating the result. This reference explains common codes you might encounter.
Common Website Status Codes
Website is working normally
Page has been permanently moved
Page temporarily at different location
Page does not exist
Server encountered an error
Invalid response from upstream server
Server temporarily unavailable
💡 Troubleshooting Tips
- If you see 404: Check the URL for typos or contact the website owner
- If you see 500/502/503: Wait and try again, the server may be temporarily down
- If you see 301/302: The page has moved, your browser should redirect automatically
Understanding Website Status Codes
Website status codes are messages from web servers that tell you whether a web page loaded successfully or encountered a problem. Every time you visit a website, this communication happens behind the scenes to ensure proper page delivery.
Understanding these status codes helps you troubleshoot website problems, whether you're a website owner, developer, or just a curious user. Knowing what different codes mean can save time diagnosing issues.
Green Codes: Everything Works
Status code 200 means everything is working perfectly. This is what you want to see for a healthy website. It indicates the server successfully processed your request and delivered the page content.
Yellow Codes: Redirects
301 and 302 codes mean the page has moved to a new location. Your browser automatically follows these redirects to the new page. These are normal and usually happen transparently during website migrations.
Red Codes: Errors
404 means the page doesn't exist—check your URL. 500-series errors indicate server problems that are usually temporary. If you encounter persistent errors, contact the website administrator.
What to Do When Websites Fail
For temporary server errors (503, 502), wait a few minutes and try again. For 404 errors, try searching the website for the content you need. Use the Wayback Machine to view archived versions of missing pages.