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A redirect sends a request for one URL to another address. A permanent move can also strongly signal the preferred URL to search engines.[1]

Send a moved product page to the most appropriate replacement. Sending everything to the homepage does little for someone seeking a specific item. Check that the destination works and does not create an unnecessary chain of further redirects.

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  1. How to Specify a Canonical with rel="canonical" and Other Methods | Google Search Central | Documentation | Google for Developers

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