tool::http-status-detail
303 See Other
Redirect to another resource using GET.
Status Code
303
Name
See Other
Category
3xxDetailed Explanation
HTTP 303 See Other is a redirect that instructs the client to retrieve the result of the operation using a GET request to a different URL. It is the foundation of the Post/Redirect/Get (PRG) pattern — used after a POST request processes data, redirecting to a results page. This prevents the browser from resubmitting the form on page refresh.
Common Causes
- ▸Redirecting to a results page after a form submission
- ▸Redirecting to a dashboard after a successful login
- ▸Navigating to a confirmation page after a completed payment
- ▸Switching from a POST handler to a GET results view
How to Fix
- 1.303 is a normal Post/Redirect/Get pattern response — no fix needed
- 2.Ensure the Location header contains the correct redirect URL
- 3.Verify the Post/Redirect/Get pattern is implemented correctly to prevent form resubmission
Related HTTP Headers
LocationResponse Example
HTTP/1.1 303 See Other Location: /order/12345/confirmation
Related Status Codes
300Multiple ChoicesMultiple options for the requested resource.→301Moved PermanentlyThe resource has permanently moved to a new URL.→302FoundThe resource is temporarily at a different URL.→304Not ModifiedThe cached version is still valid; no new content to return.→307Temporary RedirectTemporary redirect preserving the original HTTP method.→
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