Ask Which is more likely to lead to a domain redirection between 403 and 404 error?

[Brajet]

A 404 error is more likely to lead to a domain redirection than a 403 error. A 404 error indicates that the requested page or resource could not be found on the server. Website administrators often configure their servers to redirect visitors to a custom error page or the homepage to improve user experience when a 404 occurs. This helps retain visitors and guide them to relevant content.

In contrast, a 403 error means access is forbidden, usually due to permissions or security restrictions. Because this is a deliberate block rather than a missing page, redirection is less common; users are typically shown a "403 Forbidden" message instead. Thus, 404 errors are more commonly associated with redirection efforts to keep visitors engaged.

 

[Anthony Joshua]

I think a 404 error is more likely to lead to domain redirection because it usually means the page cannot be found. Many website owners set up redirects from 404 pages to a working page or the homepage to keep users from leaving. A 403 error, on the other hand, usually just blocks access because of permissions, so there is no natural need to redirect. Using a 404 redirect can help maintain traffic and user experience without losing visitors.

 

[Felix😎]

A 404 error is far more likely to result in a domain redirection. Most websites handle 404 errors by redirecting users to an alternative page (like a custom 404 page, homepage, or related content) to avoid losing traffic.

A 403 error, on the other hand, is about restricted access, so it's typically left as is to block unauthorized users. Redirecting a 403 error is less common unless done intentionally by the server admin.

 

[Dean101]

A 403 error is way more likely to make a site redirect you somewhere else than a 404. Basically, 403 means hey, you're not allowed here, so sites sometimes send you to a login page or a nicer error page instead. A 404 just means the page doesn't exist at all, so there's nothing to redirect, you just get the classic not found message. So if a site's gonna move you somewhere else, it's usually because of a 403, not a 404.