HTTP 303 See Other: Meaning & How to Fix

Quick answer

HTTP status code 303 (See Other) means: The client should fetch the result from another URL (common after submitting a form). No. This is a normal response, not an error.

Is it an error?

3xx Redirection

No. This is a normal response, not an error.

Further action is needed, usually following a redirect to another URL.

If you run the website

Use 301/308 for permanent and 302/307 for temporary moves; avoid redirect chains

Frequently asked questions

What does HTTP 303 mean?

HTTP status code 303 (See Other) means: The client should fetch the result from another URL (common after submitting a form).

Is HTTP 303 an error?

No. This is a normal response, not an error.

3xx Redirection

HTTP 300 Multiple ChoicesThe resource has more than one version and the client can choose one.HTTP 301 Moved PermanentlyThe page has moved permanently to a new URL; browsers and search engines should use the new address.HTTP 302 FoundThe page is temporarily available at a different URL.HTTP 304 Not ModifiedThe copy saved in your browser cache is still up to date, so the server does not send the content again.HTTP 307 Temporary RedirectThe page is temporarily at another URL and the request must be repeated there with the same method.HTTP 308 Permanent RedirectThe page has moved permanently and the request must be repeated at the new URL with the same method.