How do I validate a website address/URl

[DASub]

Is there an easy way to validate that text field input is a proper form for a website address? I guess I could add all possible TLDs as .com, .org, etc. using the Validator “In Array” and list them all out but is there a better/easier way to accomplish this? Thanks

[katw]

Hi @DASub

The best way would be to use a REGULAR EXPRESSION (REGEXP) and add that to the field element Validator.

There are heaps online you can source and test out.

Watch out for old expressions that are not aware of new and legitimate TLD’s like .me, .support, .info etc

You also need to think about the HTTP/HTTPS prefix check and the presence of a subdomain v’s www starting pattern.

All the best

[DASub]

Found one. Works great. Thanks!

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