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sedwick
sedwick

Reputation: 13

Web Page Redirect and Block Return

I'm using a simple (Meta) timed redirect on a web page. The viewer may wait the allotted time or click on a link to leave the page. I would like to block the viewer's ability to return to the original page after leaving it.

I've been cautioned about using Meta scripts due to the possibility of search engine rejection- true or not, I haven't a clue.

If possible, I would like to avoid Java or the use of cookies. Nonetheless, if Java is the best or only solution, I am open to it.

Your thoughts and guidance are greatly appreciated.

Thanks.

Upvotes: 1

Views: 506

Answers (1)

Mr. Concolato
Mr. Concolato

Reputation: 2230

You can try something like this:

<script>
  function preventBack(){window.history.forward();}
  setTimeout("preventBack()", 0);
  window.onunload=function(){null};
</script>

You can place that code on the page that you don't want the user accessing using the back button in the head section. But, it is not recommended since it might annoy your users.

This post explains things in a bit more detail from multiple users.

Upvotes: 1

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