HTTP 410 Gone
What a 410 Gone response means, why it happens, and the fastest ways to fix it.
The resource existed but was deliberately and permanently removed. Unlike 404, this is an explicit signal — search engines de-index 410s faster.
- Intentionally retired content or API versions.
- If content moved, prefer a 301 redirect to its new home.
- Use 410 only when you want crawlers and clients to stop asking.
Notes
HTTP status codes are defined in RFC 9110 (which replaced RFC 7231). The first digit is the class: 1xx informational, 2xx success, 3xx redirection, 4xx client error, 5xx server error.
Same class: 400 · 401 · 403 · 404 · 405 · 408 · 409 · 412 · 413 · 415 · 418 · 422 · 425 · 429 · 431 · 451
All codes: HTTP status code reference
Frequently asked questions
What does HTTP 410 mean?
HTTP 410 Gone: The resource existed but was deliberately and permanently removed. Unlike 404, this is an explicit signal — search engines de-index 410s faster.
How do I fix a 410 error?
If content moved, prefer a 301 redirect to its new home. Use 410 only when you want crawlers and clients to stop asking.
Is a 410 my fault or the server's?
410 is a client error — the request itself needs to change, though server misconfiguration can also trigger it.