Description
At a glance
Redirect 404 to Homepage v1.1 is a free WordPress plugin with 60K+ active installs, 4.6/5 rating from 24 reviews, updated September 23, 2026, requires WordPress 4.8+ & PHP 5.6+. Download the latest GPL version below — free, with live demo included.
Redirect all 404 missing links to the homepage using a 301 redirect. This means all broken links will still count towards your site’s SEO ranking.
We designed this plugin to be very lightweight. There are no options or settings (or annoying banner ads trying to sell SEO services). Simply activate the plugin and you’re done! It will redirect 404s silently in the background without slowing down your website.
Features
- Works with any theme.
- Works on any host.
- Super lightweight + fast.
- No logs (GDPR compliant).
- Helps with SEO.
- 100% free with nothing locked behind a “pro” version.
This free plugin is brought to you by pipdig
Frequently asked questions
What is Redirect 404 to Homepage?
Redirect 404 to Homepage is a free WordPress plugin available under the GPL license. The current version is 1.1. It is active on over 60K websites.
Is Redirect 404 to Homepage free to download?
Yes — Redirect 404 to Homepage 1.1 is a free GPL download with no hidden fees, no account needed, and no feature locked behind a paywall in this package. Users rate it 4.6 out of 5 based on 24 reviews.
How do I install Redirect 404 to Homepage 1.1?
Download the ZIP file from this page, then in your WordPress dashboard go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin, choose the file, click Install Now, then Activate. The plugin works immediately after activation — no license key or extra setup is required for the core features.
What are the requirements for Redirect 404 to Homepage?
Redirect 404 to Homepage 1.1 requires WordPress 4.8 or higher and PHP 5.6 or higher. Most modern WordPress hosts already meet these versions. Running older versions may cause features to break, so update WordPress and PHP first if your site is behind.
When was Redirect 404 to Homepage last updated?
Version 1.1 was last updated on September 23, 2026. This page is refreshed automatically, so the download here always matches the newest version we have verified.
Is the Redirect 404 to Homepage download safe?
The file is sourced directly from the official WordPress.org repository — the same file the developer published. It is served unmodified, so what you install here is byte-identical to the official release.
Version: 1.1
Updated: October 1, 2026
Technical details
| Version | 1.1 |
|---|---|
| Last updated | September 23, 2026 |
| Active installs | 60,000+ |
| Rating | ★★★★★ 4.6/5 (24 reviews) |
| Requires WordPress | 4.8 or higher |
| Requires PHP | 5.6 or higher |
| Author | pipdig |
| Tags | 404-error, 404-link, homepage, redirect, seo |
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