Utilities Module

Track 404s

Track 404s logs all 404 error pages visitors encounter, recording the requested URL, timestamp, hit count, referrer, and user agent. Identify broken links, discover what URLs people expect to exist, and fix issues before they hurt SEO or user experience. Export logs for analysis and create redirects to fix persistent 404s. Essential for site maintenance and link health.

404 tracking errors seo monitoring

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Key Features

404 error logging
Referrer tracking
Quick redirect creation
Analytics dashboard

Why Use This Module?

  • Log all 404 errors
  • Identify broken links
  • See referrer sources
  • Track hit counts
  • Export for analysis

Real-World Use Cases

Find Broken Links

Identify which URLs are returning 404 errors so you can create redirects and fix broken internal links.

Post-Migration Monitoring

Track 404s after site restructuring to catch URLs that need redirects before they hurt SEO.

External Link Discovery

See which external sites are linking to non-existent pages so you can reach out or create redirect rules.

How to Use

Activate the module to start logging. Review 404 logs and create redirects for common errors.

Benefits & Impact

Time Savings

Automates manual tasks and streamlines your workflow

Performance Boost

Enhances overall site functionality

Better UX

Provides a better user experience

Easy Maintenance

Simple setup with minimal ongoing maintenance

Frequently Asked Questions

How long are 404s stored?

Configurable retention. Default keeps logs for reasonable period then cleans old entries.

Can I create redirects from here?

View 404s here, create redirects using Redirects Manager module.

Does this catch bot 404s?

All 404s are logged. Filter by user agent to distinguish bots from real visitors.

What Users Are Saying

"Found tons of broken internal links. Fixed them all from the 404 log."

— SEO Manager

"404 tracking showed what old URLs people still use. Created redirects for them."

— Site Migration

"Regular 404 review keeps the site healthy. No dead ends for visitors."

— Link Maintenance

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