How to redirect to another webpage?

Problem

How can I redirect the user from one page to another using jQuery or pure JavaScript?

Answer

jQuery is not necessary, and window.location.replace(...) will best simulate an HTTP redirect.

window.location.replace(...) is better than using window.location.href, because replace() does not keep the originating page in the session history, meaning the user won't get stuck in a never-ending back-button fiasco.

If you want to simulate someone clicking on a link, use location.href

If you want to simulate an HTTP redirect, use location.replace

              For example:    
    //similar behavior as an HTTP redirect                         
 window.location.replace("http://stackoverflow.com");                         
                         
 // similar behavior as clicking on a link                         
 window.location.href = "http://stackoverflow.com";                                   