Laravel Link Checker

Overview

The Spatie Link Checker is an indispensable tool for Laravel developers looking to maintain the integrity of their applications by ensuring all links are functioning correctly. Although this package is no longer actively maintained, it provides a robust solution for identifying broken links within your app. The functionality includes logging non-responsive links and even offers the option to receive notifications via email, making it easier for developers to stay on top of potential issues.

With user-friendly features and customizable options, this package streamlines the process of link validation. Whether you're running a simple site or a larger application, it's important to have a reliable method for keeping your links in check.

Features

• Automated Link Check: Runs checks on all links within your Laravel app, logging any that do not return a 200 or 300 status code.
• Email Notifications: Optionally configure the package to email reports of broken links for immediate attention.
• Custom Crawl Profiles: Allows customization of which links to crawl by creating your own crawl profile, making it adaptable for different project needs.
• Flexible Reporting Options: Choose between logging broken links or sending emails, and create custom reporters to define specific behaviors.
• Ease of Installation: Simple installation process via Composer, and the service provider is automatically registered for immediate use.
• Scheduled Checks: Ability to schedule link checks to run automatically, ensuring ongoing oversight without manual intervention.
• Open Source and MIT Licensed: Freely use and modify the package under the MIT license, promoting community contributions and collaboration.
• Supportive Community: Engages users by encouraging contributions and provides a warm request for postcards to acknowledge usage of their open-source projects.