Expected after a move
After a redesign or a move to https, many URLs show this status. That is the redirects doing their job.
Page with redirect
The URL redirects to another page, so Google indexes the target instead. This is usually expected. Check that the target is the page you want indexed.
Diagnose it
Symptoms, checks and fixes
Common symptoms
- URLs listed under "Page with redirect" in the Page indexing report.
- Old, http or non-www versions of your pages appear in the list.
Checks to run
| Check | How to tell | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Is the redirect intended? | Open the URL and confirm where it ends up. | Leave intended redirects alone. Remove ones that send visitors to the wrong page.[1] |
| Is the target indexed? | Inspect the target URL in URL Inspection and check its indexing status. | If the target is not indexed, work through the reason shown for that URL instead.[1][2] |
| Are you still linking to the old URL? | Look for the redirecting address in menus, internal links and the sitemap. | Link straight to the final URL and list only final URLs in the sitemap.[3] |
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Should I fix every page with redirect?
No. Only check that each redirect points at the right page and that your own links use the final address.[1]
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Sources
- [1] Page indexing report (Search Console Help). Checked 9 October 2026.
- [2] Search Console Help: URL Inspection tool. Checked 10 October 2026.
- [3] Google Search Central: How to specify a canonical URL. Checked 10 October 2026.
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