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docs-as-code

February 2, 2026

1 min read

# Broken links stay in your docs until users report them

Broken links sit in your docs for weeks, sometimes months, until a frustrated reader reports them. Tools like `htmltest` catch them the moment you push a change — no manual checking needed.

Why it matters

Every broken link is a trust killer that readers discover before you do. Catching them automatically means your readers always land where they expect. No extra effort on your end — just add it to your existing workflow.

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