jQuery check external link

Question

Using Javascript or jQuery, how can I check if an external link is available?

An $.ajax() call is not available as it violates SOP (same problem as her

Answer 1

Do you have access to server side languages? You could use AJAX to call a local file which uses something like PHP to check the external address.

If you need help with the PHP part, have a look at http://www.catswhocode.com/blog/amazing-things-to-do-with-php-and-curl