Monitor 404 errors and server logs for old URLs post-migration.
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Why this matters
Identifying broken or missing redirects guides timely remediation efforts.
Hypothetical standard operating procedure
Adapt this example to your site, access, tools, and change process. It is our suggested procedure, informed by the sources below.
- Configure server logs to track 404 errors.
- Monitor error logs daily for old domain URL hits.
- Cross-reference with redirect map to identify missing redirects.
- Prioritize fixes for high-traffic or high-value URLs.
- Document resolution and confirm fixes via testing.
Watch for
Unresolved 404s degrade SEO and user experience, losing traffic permanently.
Definition of done
No significant 404 spikes from old URLs; redirect map fully covers.
Sources & attribution
Original checklist wording and example SOP by Best SEO Checklist, using source-grounded AI assistance. Editorial contact: Ted Kubaitis, @tedkubaitis on Teams. Check current source guidance before implementation.