Changing a page URL in WordPress is essential for making your website’s links more user-friendly, improving SEO, or correcting mistakes. The process is straightforward but can vary slightly depending on whether you’re using the Classic Editor or the Gutenberg Editor (Block Editor). Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you change a page URL in WordPress.
Classic Editor
1. Go to your WordPress dashboard and navigate to the “Pages” tab. Select the page you want to edit.
2. At the top of the page, you will see the current URL or “Permalink.”
3. Click the “Edit” button next to the existing URL. A field will appear allowing you to change the slug.
4. Click “OK” to confirm the new slug. Make sure to click the “Update” button to save the changes to your page.
Gutenberg Editor
1. Go to your WordPress dashboard and navigate to the “Pages” option. Select the page you want to edit.
2. On the right-side menu, expand the “Summary” tab.
3. Click on “URL” and enter your new desired slug for the page.
4. Click “Update” at the top right corner of the screen to save your changes.
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