Scan coverage and cloud or local checking
Broken Link Checker checks more than standard post content.
It scans posts, pages, custom post types and fields, comments, embedded media and images, and can identify redirected URLs. Choose between a cloud engine, described as reducing server load, and a local engine that runs on your site’s server; the local option may suit sites that prefer on-server checking.
Finding and repairing broken links
Dashboard reports bring link review and repair into one workflow.
- Search and filters: Find specific URLs or narrow results by status and error type, helping focus reviews on the links that need attention.
- Notifications: Receive email alerts and dashboard notifications so link issues can be surfaced for follow-up.
- Repair actions: Edit, unlink or ignore detected links, with bulk actions available from the plugin dashboard for handling multiple results together.
Free access, WPMU DEV Hub and multisite
Core scanning is free, with different access paths for cloud and local checking.
- Local checking: Runs in the site admin on your server.
- Cloud checking: Requires a WPMU DEV API connection and a free Hub account; scans can also be managed in the Hub.
- Multiple sites: Supports WordPress Multisite and management across multiple client sites, which may suit agencies overseeing several installations.
Recent maintenance, with mixed user ratings
Public signals indicate recent maintenance, alongside varied user experiences.
Broken Link Checker is widely installed, was updated 21 days ago, and all 7 listed support threads are resolved—positive signs of ongoing attention. Ratings are mixed across many reviews, so the plugin’s workflow may not suit every site equally. It is a practical fit for publishers and agencies seeking centralized link review; check that the preferred scan engine and notification setup match your workflow.
