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After changing the permalink structure, a user notices that some old links return 404 errors. What should they do to fix this?

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After changing the permalink structure, a user notices that some old links return 404 errors. What should they do to fix this?
ASet up 301 redirects from old URLs to new URLs
BReinstall WordPress core files
CDisable all plugins
DChange the theme to default
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Understand permalink changes impact

    Changing permalinks changes URLs, so old links may break.

  2. Step 2: Implement redirects

    Setting 301 redirects tells browsers and search engines to use new URLs instead of old ones.

  3. Final Answer:

    Set up 301 redirects from old URLs to new URLs -> Option A

  4. Quick Check:

    Fix broken links = 301 redirects [OK]
Quick Trick: Use 301 redirects to preserve old links after permalink changes [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Thinking reinstall fixes URL issues
  • Disabling plugins unrelated to permalinks
  • Changing theme does not fix URL redirects

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