Broken Backlink Finder

What is a broken backlink?

A broken backlink is a link from another website that points to a page that no longer works. When users click the link, they may see an error such as 404 Not Found. Broken backlinks can reduce referral traffic and weaken the value of the links you have earned.

What this Broken Backlink Finder does

This tool helps you find broken backlinks that point to broken target pages. You can use it in two ways:

For your own site to find broken backlinks, reclaim lost links, and fix dead URLs

For competitor research to find broken backlinks, discover link opportunities, and build outreach targets

It turns backlink issues into a clear report you can act on.

How to use the tool

• Enter a website URL or competitor domain
• Click Find Broken Links
• Review the results and key numbers
• Start with recoverable links and strong source sites

What the numbers mean

Total Backlinks

The total number of backlinks found for the website you entered.

Broken Backlinks

Backlinks that point to pages returning errors, often 404.

Broken Percentage

The share of broken backlinks compared to all backlinks. A lower percentage usually means a healthier backlink profile.

Recoverable Links

Broken backlinks that are worth saving. You can often recover them by redirecting the broken URL, restoring the missing page, or asking the linking site to update the link.

How to read the broken backlinks list

Each result usually includes:

• Source: the website where the link appears
• Target: the broken page the link points to
• Status: the error code, such as 404
• Authority signal: helps you prioritize higher-quality sources first

Tip: Fix links from strong, relevant websites first. These usually deliver the best results.

How to fix broken backlinks

Choose the method that fits your situation.

• Redirect the broken URL

If the broken page has a close replacement, redirect it to the most relevant working page. This is one of the fastest ways to reclaim value.

• Restore the missing page

If the topic still matters, publish the page again. Restoring content often keeps the backlink natural and useful.

• Request a link update

If the source site linked to the wrong URL, contact the owner and share your correct working page. This works well after site redesigns or migrations.

Use competitor broken backlinks for link building

Competitor backlinks often break when pages are deleted or moved. If other websites still link to that dead page, you can offer a better working replacement from your site. This approach can help you earn backlinks by solving a real issue for the site owner.

Why this matters for SEO

Broken backlinks can mean lost clicks and missed opportunities. Fixing them can:

• recover referral traffic
• improve user experience
• strengthen important pages
• protect long-term link quality

Short text above the results table

Below is your broken backlinks report. Review the source sites, target URLs, and status codes. Start with recoverable links to reclaim the most value first.