Is a meta refresh a type of domain redirection?

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Yes, a meta refresh is a form of domain redirection, though it's a specific type used primarily in web pages. It involves using an HTML tag to automatically redirect users from one webpage to another after a specified time interval. Typically, this is implemented in the <head> section of a webpage's HTML, and the redirection happens either immediately or after a few seconds.

While meta refresh is often used for legitimate purposes, such as redirecting users after a page move or an update, it can also be exploited maliciously. In such cases, attackers may use it to direct users to malicious websites without their knowledge. Compared to other types of redirection, meta refresh is more passive and user-controlled.
 
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