Smart Redirects
Smart URL Redirect Management for Joomla
Create and manage redirects directly within Joomla. Catch outdated or invalid URLs, monitor 404 requests and redirect both visitors and search engines reliably to the correct destination.
€29 per year including updates and support
Detect broken URLs and redirect them reliably
Smart Redirects adds powerful and easy-to-use redirect management to Joomla.
After a website redesign, changes to your page structure or the removal of outdated content, broken URLs quickly become inevitable. Visitors end up on error pages and search engines lose valuable connections.
Smart Redirects allows you to redirect outdated, broken or modified URLs to their new destination. In addition to standard exact redirects, wildcard patterns and regular expressions are available for more advanced scenarios.
The integrated 404 log shows which missing URLs are actually being requested. This allows you to identify problems early and create new redirects directly from the log.
Handle common redirect tasks with ease
Smart Redirects is suitable for small websites as well as large Joomla projects with thousands of existing URLs.
Protect your website relaunch
Redirect outdated URLs to their new pages after a relaunch and prevent unnecessary 404 errors.
Handle changed menu paths
Preserve existing links even when aliases, menu structures or categories have changed.
Replace removed content
Redirect unavailable pages to suitable replacement content or a parent category.
Monitor 404 requests
Detect broken links, outdated search engine results and frequently requested missing pages.
Redirect URL patterns
Use wildcard patterns or regular expressions to cover entire URL structures with a single rule.
Preserve SEO signals
Use the appropriate HTTP status code so visitors and search engines are redirected correctly.
Keep all redirects under control
The central overview displays all configured redirects together with their most important information.
Search, filtering and sorting make it easy to manage even extensive redirect collections.
- Enable or pause redirects
- Compare source and destination URLs
- View status codes and redirect types
- Check hit counts and latest requests
From simple redirects to advanced URL patterns
Create traditional redirects for individual URLs or map entire URL structures using wildcard patterns and regular expressions.
Additional options allow you to control query strings, trailing slashes and different URL variations with ease.
The right redirect for every situation
Choosing the correct HTTP status code is essential for browsers, search engines and existing links.
Smart Redirects supports both permanent and temporary redirects, as well as HTTP status 410 for permanently removed content.
This allows you to define exactly how each original URL should be handled.
For permanently moved or replaced content.
For temporary destination changes.
Indicates that the content has been intentionally removed.
Identify broken URLs before visitors leave your site
The integrated 404 log records requests for missing pages and shows which URLs are requested most frequently.
This helps you identify outdated links, typing mistakes, external references and remnants of previous website structures, allowing you to react quickly.
- Record broken URLs clearly
- View request count and timestamps
- Track referrers and request sources
- Create redirects directly from the log
Create redirects directly from 404 requests
Frequently requested missing URLs can be converted into redirects directly from the log.
The source URL is inserted automatically. Simply choose the destination URL and the desired HTTP status code.
- Sort 404 requests by frequency
- Remove unnecessary entries
- Use the broken URL as the source automatically
- Create new redirects without extra steps
Track executed redirects
The redirect log shows which rules were actually applied and where visitors were redirected.
Built for advanced redirect structures
Smart Redirects handles not only individual static URLs but also dynamic patterns and different URL variations.
This allows even complex Joomla websites to maintain clean, flexible and scalable redirect rules.
Flexible URL Matching
Designed for efficient redirect management
Smart Redirects combines a clean Joomla interface with powerful features for both administrators and developers.
Quick Setup
Create new redirects directly in the Joomla backend without modifying server files.
Flexible Rules
Use exact URLs, wildcard patterns or regular expressions for every scenario.
SEO Friendly
Use permanent, temporary or removed status codes where appropriate.
404 Monitoring
Detect broken URLs based on real visitor and crawler requests.
Efficient Workflow
Create redirects directly from recorded 404 requests.
Complete Transparency
Review hit counts, logs and recently used redirects at any time.
Everything you need for professional redirect management
Redirect Management
Create and manage unlimited redirects directly in Joomla.
Wildcard & RegEx
Redirect entire URL structures using flexible matching patterns.
404 Log
Identify frequently requested missing pages and outdated URLs.
Redirect Log
Track executed redirects and the rules that triggered them.
Statistics
Review hit counts and redirect usage.
Flexible Status Codes
Choose between 301, 302, 307, 308 and 410 depending on your use case.
System Requirements
Before installation, please ensure your website meets the required technical requirements.
Comprehensive Documentation
Learn how to install Smart Redirects, create redirects, work with wildcard patterns and regular expressions, and use the integrated logging features.
One price. All features.
Your licence includes the complete extension, updates and support throughout the licence period.
Included with your licence
- Full extension
- All available features
- Updates during the licence period
- Support during the licence period
- English and German documentation
- Use on unlimited websites under the GNU/GPL licence
Smart Redirects vs. Joomla Core Redirects
Smart Redirects extends Joomla's built-in Redirect component with additional rule types, logging and advanced management features.
Questions & Answers
Which redirect types are supported?
Smart Redirects supports HTTP status codes 301, 302, 307, 308 and 410, allowing you to create permanent redirects, temporary redirects and mark permanently removed content correctly.
Can I use wildcard patterns and regular expressions?
Yes. In addition to exact source URLs, you can use wildcard patterns and regular expressions for more advanced URL matching.
Does Smart Redirects work with Joomla SEF URLs?
Yes. Smart Redirects has been designed specifically for websites using Joomla SEF URLs.
Can I create redirects directly from the 404 log?
Yes. A logged 404 URL can be used directly as the source URL for a new redirect.
Are executed redirects logged?
Yes. The redirect log records information such as the source URL, destination URL, execution time and the redirect rule that was applied.
Can I disable individual redirects?
Yes. Redirects can be enabled, paused, edited or deleted at any time.
Can I install the extension on multiple websites?
Yes. Under the GNU/GPL licence you may install Smart Redirects on as many websites as you like. Updates and support are available with an active licence.
What happens when my licence expires?
The installed extension will continue to work. However, updates and support require an active licence.
Version History
First public release of Smart Redirects.
Manage Joomla redirects with confidence
Eliminate unnecessary 404 errors, preserve valuable links and manage all your redirects from one central location within Joomla.