FAQs

Do I need technical knowledge to use Link Scan?
No. Link Scan is built for non-technical users and requires no coding or advanced setup. Just click buttons and follow the on-screen instructions.

Does Link Scan check both internal and external links?
Yes. It scans and reports both internal links (within your website) and external links (to other websites).

Will broken links affect my SEO?
Yes. Broken links can negatively impact search engine rankings and user experience. Fixing them helps maintain strong SEO performance.

How long does a scan take?
Scan time depends on your site size. Small sites (under 100 links) take seconds. Large sites with thousands of links may take a few minutes.

How often should I run a scan?
You can run scans anytime, but it’s recommended to scan regularly — especially after updating content or publishing new pages. A weekly manual scan is a good habit.

Can I fix links directly from the report?
Absolutely. The report allows you to quickly edit, update, or redirect broken links in just a few clicks.

What HTTP status codes are considered broken?
Link Scan marks any link returning an error code as broken, including:

• 404 (Not Found)
• 403 (Forbidden)
• 500 (Internal Server Error)
• 502 (Bad Gateway)
• Any other error outside the 200-399 range

What is the difference between fixing and redirecting a link?

• Fixing – You edit the content and change the URL to a working address
• Redirecting – You keep the content as-is but create a redirect that sends visitors from the broken URL to a working URL

Can I scan only specific content types?
Yes. Use the Select Post Type dropdown to focus scans on Posts, Pages, or custom post types.

Will scanning slow down my website?
No. Link Scan processes links in batches and has minimal impact on site performance.

What is the CSV export for?
The CSV export allows you to share broken link reports with team members, track fixes in a spreadsheet, or maintain audit records for client reporting.

What if no broken links are found?
That’s good news! The table will be empty, and you’ll see 0 broken links in the overview cards.