What it means for a link
A broken link; remove or replace it.
Common causes
- Content deliberately retired
How to fix it
Remove or replace the link.
How Google handles it
Google may drop a 410 slightly faster than a 404; otherwise they are handled alike.
Check your own URLs: paste a list into the bulk HTTP status checker, trace one URL with the redirect checker, or test every link on a page with the broken link checker.
HTTP 410 questions
What does HTTP status 410 mean?
410 Gone: The page was removed on purpose and will not come back.
Is a 410 a broken link?
A broken link; remove or replace it.
How do I fix a 410?
Remove or replace the link.
How does Google handle 410?
Google may drop a 410 slightly faster than a 404; otherwise they are handled alike.