Cause: Number Of Redirects Hit Maximum Amount

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Overview

The “Number of Redirects Hit Maximum Amount” error occurs when a request is caught in a redirect loop or exceeds the allowed number of redirects. This is usually caused by an incorrect or conflicting redirect configuration at the site, CDN, or server level.


Why This Happens

  • Incorrect redirect added by the site owner or developer

  • Redirect loop between HTTP and HTTPS

  • Conflicting redirects between WordPress and external services (such as a CDN)

  • Page-level or plugin-based redirect misconfiguration

  • Multiple redirects pointing back to each other


Signs You May See

  • Browser error indicating too many redirects

  • Monitoring alert showing “Number of Redirects Hit Maximum Amount”

  • Site fails to load and keeps redirecting

  • Clearing cookies does not resolve the issue


How to Resolve

Review Recent Redirect Changes

  • Check any redirects recently added by the client

  • Remove or correct improperly configured rules

Check CDN or External Redirects

  • Review redirect rules at the CDN or DNS provider, if applicable

  • Conflicting redirects at this level may be detected and resolved automatically in some cases

Review WordPress Redirects

  • Disable redirect plugins temporarily

  • Verify WordPress Address and Site Address settings

  • Ensure HTTPS and non-HTTPS URLs are not redirecting in a loop

Retest After Fixes

  • Clear browser cache

  • Reload the site and confirm it loads normally


When to Contact Support

Contact support if:

  • You cannot identify the source of the redirect loop

  • The issue persists after removing recent redirects

  • The site remains inaccessible

Provide the site URL and details of any recent redirect changes to help speed up troubleshooting.