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Chrome ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS

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Overview

Chrome ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS means the page is caught in an infinite redirect loop between URLs.

Key Details

  • Chrome detected a redirect loop (A→B→A→B...)
  • Page keeps redirecting without reaching final destination
  • Chrome stops after approximately 20 redirects
  • Often a server configuration issue

Common Causes

  • Misconfigured HTTP-to-HTTPS redirect creating a loop
  • CDN or load balancer redirect conflict
  • WordPress or CMS redirect plugin misconfiguration
  • Cookie-based redirect logic failing

Steps

  1. 1Clear cookies for the affected site: click lock icon > Cookies > Remove
  2. 2Try opening in incognito/private browsing mode
  3. 3Check if the site works from a different browser
  4. 4Contact the website owner about the redirect loop

Tags

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Frequently Asked Questions

Usually the website — but clearing cookies can fix cases where your cookies cause the loop.