Redirect Checker
Follow and inspect the complete redirect chain without exposing internal network destinations.
Web
Free URL Expander
Expand a shortened URL, inspect its redirect chain and reveal the final public destination before opening it.
Your input is processed only as required by this tool.
Free URL Expander
Short links hide their final destination. The URL Expander follows the public redirect path using the same hardened outbound rules as other Ciatto Tools network utilities and shows where the link ultimately resolves.
How to use it
- Enter the public URL or domain you want to inspect.
- Run the check and let Ciatto Tools collect only the signals required for this diagnostic.
- Review the result, warnings and related checks before making a security or configuration decision.
How to read the result
Review both the final hostname and every intermediate redirect. Unexpected domains or multiple unrelated hops deserve additional verification before you trust or share the link.
Limitations
Expanding a link reveals routing behavior but does not prove the destination is harmless. Use the Site Safety Checker and your own judgment for additional context.
Frequently asked questions
Can I see where a bit.ly link goes?
Yes, when the public redirect can be followed normally, the tool reports the chain and final destination.
Does expanding a link make it safe?
No. It only reveals where the URL redirects. Safety still requires evaluating the destination and context.