Find dead links
Check if any link form the list is dead
The "Find Dead Links" app helps website administrators, content managers, and SEO specialists quickly find broken links from a list of URLs. This app ensures all links on your website work correctly, improving user experience and maintaining your site's credibility.
Key Features:
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Easy Input:
- Paste your list of URLs into the text area. You can check multiple links at once.
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Customizable Delay:
- Set a delay between checking each site to avoid being flagged for too many requests. This is useful for large lists or sites with strict rate limits.
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Output Formats:
- Choose to export the results to Google Sheets for easy sharing or download them as a CSV file for offline use.
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Automated Checking:
- The app will open each URL, check its status, and record whether the link is working or broken.
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Detailed Reporting:
- The results will include the full URL and the status of each link (e.g., ""ok"" for working links and ""error"" for broken links).
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Integration with Google Sheets:
- If you choose Google Sheets, the app will create a new spreadsheet and add the results. To display information in the table, you need to connect to an account at goless.com Google Drive. How to do this, refer to the link (https://docs.goless.com/workflow/google-drive).
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CSV Export:
- Export the results as a CSV file for offline use.
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User-Friendly Interface:
- The app is easy to use, even for those who are not tech-savvy. Just input your links, set your preferences, and let the app do the rest.
How It Works:
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Input Links:
- Paste your list of URLs into the ""List of links"" text area.
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Set Preferences:
- Adjust the site delay if needed.
- Choose your preferred output format (Google Sheets or CSV).
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Start Checking:
- The app will open each URL, check its status, and record the results.
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View Results:
- View the results in a new Google Sheets document or download a CSV file.
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Review and Act:
- Use the results to fix broken links, ensuring all links on your website work correctly.
Benefits:
- Time-Saving: Automates the process of checking each link.
- Accurate: Provides reliable results, helping you maintain a professional website.
- Flexible: Offers multiple output formats to suit your needs.
- User-Friendly: Designed to be simple and easy to use.
With the ""Find Dead Links"" app, you can keep your website free of broken links, improving user experience and maintaining your site's credibility.
Questions and Answers:
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Can I check multiple URLs at once?
- Yes, you can paste a list of multiple URLs into the text area, and the app will check each one.
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How does the customizable delay feature work?
- You can set a delay between each URL check to avoid being flagged for too many requests.
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What output formats are available?
- You can export the results to Google Sheets or download them as a CSV file.
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How does the app check the status of each link?
- The app opens each URL, checks its status, and records whether the link is working or broken.
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What information is included in the detailed reporting?
- The results include the full URL and the status of each link (e.g., ""ok"" for working links and ""error"" for broken links).
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Can I integrate the results with Google Sheets?
- Yes, the app can create a new spreadsheet and add the results if you choose Google Sheets.
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Is the app user-friendly for non-tech-savvy users?
- Yes, the app is designed to be easy to use. Just input your links, set your preferences, and let the app do the rest.
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What should I do if I encounter an error during the link checking process?
- The app handles errors gracefully. If an error occurs, the app will retry or move to the next URL.
By using the "Find Dead Links" app, you can automate the task of checking links, making your workflow more efficient and productive.