Please Note: As of version 5.1.1.13, Permanent Redirects (301) is the default behavior of track redirect links.
When a visitor clicks a track link, they are redirected to the original destination tour URL from the Sites Admin. The redirect will have a HTTP Status Code of either 301 or 302.
301 redirects signify a permanent move of a webpage by telling browsers and search engines that the page has moved to a new location. This can impact SEO by transferring most of the ranking power to the redirected page.
302 Redirects (Temporary)
302 redirects signify a temporary redirect, and that the original page may return. 302 redirects are typically used when A/B Testing new content, temporarily redirecting during maintenance, or previewing or testing before a permanent launch.
You can learn more about 301 and 302 HTTP Status codes on the following page: URL Redirection.
Configuration Setings
The following Configuration Settings, found in the Surfer Section, allow you to set the desired outcome for when someone clicks the link.
Permanent Redirect Track - Do a 301 (permanent) instead of a 302 (temporary) redirect on track links.
Permanent Redirect Adtool - Do a 301 (permanent) instead of a 302 (temporary) redirect on ad tool links.
Permanent Redirect Promo - Do a 301 (permanent) instead of a 302 (temporary) redirect on promotional links.
Permanent Redirect Switch - Do a 301 (permanent) instead of a 302 (temporary) redirect on strack links.
