When should I use a 302 Redirect instead of a 301?

A 302 Redirect is appropriate when you need to temporarily move a webpage to a different URL. It informs search engines and users that the move is not permanent and that the original URL will be back in use. This is particularly useful in scenarios like A/B testing, temporary promotions, or when a site is undergoing maintenance. The key difference from a 301 redirect is that a 302 does not pass on link equity or SEO value to the new URL. It’s important to use a 302 redirect judiciously, as misusing it for a permanent move can harm your site’s SEO by splitting page authority between two URLs.

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