Websites for C-SPAN, the U.S. Senate, and the design platform Awwwards utilize the "404 Error Page" protocol for non-existent or broken links. The 404 code is an HTTP response used to inform a visitor that the specific page they attempted to access cannot be found. Each site provides different tools to redirect users.
C-SPAN’s error page displays a notice stating the requested page does not exist and offers links to its homepage, broadcast schedule, and a dashboard for Congressional information. The site also provides a search tool for video, people, and mentions, alongside an option to contact the organization to report technical issues. Additionally, the page contains links to the C-SPAN Now mobile app and the organization’s online store, which sells items such as a 2026 Congressional Directory.
The U.S. Senate’s official website, Senate.gov, uses its 404 page to direct visitors toward legislative data and constituent services. The page includes a "Search Senate.gov" function and a dropdown menu to find Senators by state. Technical feedback and broken link reports are directed to the Senate webmaster, though the site notes that the webmaster does not forward correspondence to individual senators' offices. A link to recent Senate floor activity is also provided.
Awwwards has documented 475 specific examples of 404 pages. The U.S. Senate website lists a 404 error page dated August 8, 2023. Users who encounter issues on C-SPAN are encouraged to use a contact form, while Senate visitors are directed to contact their specific state representatives for non-technical inquiries.