303 See Other
Server returns the 303 HTTP response status code to indicate that the supplied Location does not link directly to the recently uploaded resource.
When you receive the 303 See Other status code, it means that the resource you requested has been uploaded successfully, but instead of directly linking to the uploaded resource, the server provides an alternative page, like a confirmation message.
To fetch the actual resource, your browser or application will automatically make a second HTTP request using the GET method, and you will be redirected to the correct location where the resource is available.
When you receive the 303 See Other status code, it means that the server has processed your POST, PUT, or DELETE request, and the result is available at a different URL.
To access the new resource, you should use a GET request with the URL specified in the Location header.
Keep in mind that some clients may use the 302 Found response instead of 303, so it's essential to handle both cases appropriately.
In the example, when the client requests the deletion of a resource, the server responds with the 303 See Other status code. This code indicates that the resource has been successfully deleted, and instead of showing the deleted resource, it redirects the client to a confirmation message at a new location. This way, the client can be sure that the deletion was successful and get feedback about the action taken.
Request
DELETE /tasks/314 HTTP/1.1
Host: www.example.com
Response
HTTP/1.1 303 See Other
Location: http//www.example.com/confirmation/delete.html
The 303 See Other status code is used to tell the client that the requested action has been completed successfully, and it should redirect to a different URL for further information or confirmation. It is often used after a DELETE or POST request to guide the client to a relevant page or message confirming the action taken.