Fixing WordPress Too Many Redirects Errors

The error is typically caused by SSL configuration mismatches between the server and Cloudflare or incorrect site URL settings in wp-config.php.

Based on 8 community reports.

Linked sources: 9.

Known Issues

• SSL/HTTPS configuration mismatch
• Cloudflare Flexible vs Full SSL settings
• Incorrect WP_HOME and WP_SITEURL definitions
• Corrupted .htaccess file
• Plugin-induced redirect loops

Community Q&A

Why does my WordPress site show an ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS error?

This usually happens when there is a conflict between your server’s SSL settings and your site’s URL configuration, often triggered by Cloudflare or plugin settings.

How do I fix redirect loops if I cannot access the dashboard?

Access your site via FTP or your host’s file manager, edit the wp-config.php file, and manually define your WP_HOME and WP_SITEURL constants.

Does Cloudflare cause too many redirects on WordPress?

Yes, if your Cloudflare SSL setting is set to ‘Flexible’ while your server expects ‘Full’ or ‘Full (Strict)’, it can create an infinite redirect loop.

Can a corrupted .htaccess file cause redirect errors?

Yes, an improperly configured .htaccess file can force incorrect redirect rules; regenerating it often resolves the issue.

Reddit Sources

• Wordpress too many redirects error (r/Wordpress)
• Plugins I wish I’d discovered earlier – all solid (from plugins for beginners to pros) (r/Wordpress)
• Website says too many redirects and doesn’t load and Wordpress has a Cloudfare human verification upon login that I can’t get past (r/Wordpress)
• Error: Too many redirects only on PC (r/Wordpress)
• 302 too many redirects error and mixed content error (r/Wordpress)
• Multilingual SEO Headaches for a Real Estate Site – Geo vs. Language Redirects? (r/Wordpress)
• Instead of homepage - Blog Hello World! (r/Wordpress)
• 🛠️ I’ll Migrate Your WordPress Website or Domain — Fast, Smooth & Secure (r/Wordpress)
• “ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS” after port 80 and 443 blocked (r/Wordpress)