How to Fix WordPress 404 Error

How to Reset the WordPress Permalinks (Fix 404 Errors)

 

Step 1. Log into the WordPress Administrator Dashboard

Step 2. Click on ‘Settings‘ then ‘Permalinks

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Take note of your current settings. In our Example we are using the ‘Post Name’ option. The options you can choose from are below:

          • Plain

          • Day and Name

          • Month and Name

          • Numeric

          • Post Name

          • Custom Structure

how to reset wordpress permalinks

Step 3. Select a different option (any option) then click ‘Save Changes‘ at the bottom of the page

how to fix 404 error in wordpress reset permalinks

WordPress Save Changes

Step 4. Once the page reloads, select the option you had previously (before making any changes) then click ‘Save‘ again.

how to reset wordpress permalinks

WordPress Save Changes

That’s it! You’ve reset permalinks and WordPress should have regenerated your links for you. This should have resolved any 404 Errors you were receiving as a result of the permalink settings.

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