WordPress Too Many Redirects (ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS)

Warning Frequency: Common

Error message: ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS

The ‘Too Many Redirects’ error means your browser detected a redirect loop — the server keeps sending the browser back and forth between URLs endlessly. This is very common after installing an SSL certificate or switching between HTTP and HTTPS.

Common Causes

Mismatched WordPress Address and Site Address in Settings > General
SSL misconfiguration (HTTP/HTTPS redirect loop)
Conflicting redirect rules in .htaccess
Plugin conflict (especially caching or SSL plugins)
CDN or proxy (CloudFlare) forcing HTTPS while WordPress forces HTTP

How to Fix It

Clear browser cookies for the site (redirect info can be cached in cookies)
Check wp_options table: Ensure 'siteurl' and 'home' both use the same protocol (both HTTPS or both HTTP)
Reset .htaccess: Rename it via FTP, test, then regenerate via Settings > Permalinks
For CloudFlare: Set SSL mode to 'Full (Strict)' and ensure your origin has a valid SSL cert
Disable redirect plugins: If using a force-SSL plugin alongside CloudFlare, they can conflict
Fix via wp-config.php: Add define('WP_HOME', 'https://yourdomain.com'); define('WP_SITEURL', 'https://yourdomain.com');

Frequently Asked Questions

What causes too many redirects in WordPress?

Almost always a mismatch between HTTP and HTTPS settings. Your WordPress Address might be set to HTTP while your server or CDN forces HTTPS, creating an endless loop.

How do I fix redirect loops with CloudFlare?

Set CloudFlare SSL mode to 'Full (Strict)'. Make sure your origin server has a valid SSL certificate. Ensure WordPress siteurl and home options both use https://.