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[Dan]

If you don't know what a PHP 301 redirect is, you will by the end of this thread! If you need to redirect a page, unfortunately it isn't as simple as using one of the various methods - only the 301 redirect will preserve search engine rankings for the page. It is the most efficient, search engine friendly method for website redirection - the code 301 is interpreted as "moved permanently".

<?

Header( "HTTP/1.1 301 Moved Permanently" ); 

Header( "Location: http://www.new-url.com" ); 

?>

[Lop]

I use just the bottom line to forward.

<?php

Header( "Location: http://www.new-url.com" );

?>

I suppose I should add the 301 line.

[sarahk]

Yes you should. Otherwise the server doesn't know why the forward is there. 301s are important so you should take the time to add the extra line.

[Dan]

Kaabi said:

The PHP redirect is so simple, the "ultimate" makes it sound intricate. It's so funny Dan, you've made a lot of "Ultimate 301 redirect" threads, and it's not even that special a function. You make me laugh (in a good way).

I have added them for every language rather than just post one thread in the "general" forum - I think this will make it easier, and more useful for peple who visit the site.

I just used the word "ultimate" as it is the only thread you will need to learn how to do a 301 redirect in that particular language :)