How to use “Update URL” Replacement Feature

Managing website links can be time-consuming, especially when URLs change across your site. Our URL Replacement feature streamlines this process. It’s a powerful tool that automatically updates old URLs to new ones throughout your site, saving you valuable time and effort.

What is the URL Replacement Feature?

This feature provides a central method to find and replace URLs within your website’s content. Instead of manually updating each broken or changed link, you can set up a replacement rule, and our system will handle the updates for you. This ensures your links are always current and your site’s structure remains consistent.

Purpose and Benefits

The main purpose of the URL Replacement feature is to simplify link management and maintain your website’s internal linking structure. With this feature, you can:

• Update URLs: Easily replace old URLs with new ones, perfect for site restructuring, permalink changes, or updating external links.
• Fix broken links: Quickly resolve outdated or incorrect links that can negatively impact user experience and SEO.
• Implement temporary redirects: Set up temporary replacements for promotions or seasonal content, which can then automatically revert.
• Schedule link changes: Plan future URL updates to coincide with new content launches or site redesigns.
• Apply advanced conditions: Target specific link replacements based on criteria like user roles or post types, giving you precise control.
• Save and load templates: Create reusable templates for common URL replacement scenarios, speeding up your workflow.

How to Use the URL Replacement Guide

Using the URL Replacement feature is straightforward. Follow these steps to set up and manage your URL replacements:

1. Access the URL Replacement Interface:

   Navigate to the “Update URL” section in your dashboard. Here, you’ll find a form to configure your replacements and a table displaying your existing rules.

2. Add a New URL Replacement:
   • In the form, enter the Old URL you want to replace and the New URL to replace it with.
   • Select a Replacement Type:
     • Permanent: The replacement remains active indefinitely.
     • Temporary: The replacement is active for a specific duration.
     • Scheduled: The replacement activates and deactivates at specified future dates and times.
   • Scheduling Options (for Temporary/Scheduled types only):
     • Start Date/Time: Define when the replacement begins.
     • End Date/Time: Specify when the replacement ends.
     • Priority: Assign a priority (0-100) to rules; a higher number means higher precedence in case of overlaps.
   • To apply Advanced Conditions, check the “Advanced Conditions” box. This reveals options to:
     • User Roles: Specify user roles (e.g., administrator, editor) for whom this replacement applies.
     • Post Types: Specify post types (e.g., post, page) where this replacement should occur.
   • Click “Add URL Replacement” to save your new rule.
3. Manage URL Replacement Templates:

   Templates allow you to save and reuse common replacement configurations.

   • To Save as Template: Configure your desired “Old URL,” “New URL,” “Replacement Type,” and any “Scheduling Options” or “Advanced Conditions.” Then, click “Save as Template,” enter a name and optional description, and confirm.
   • To Load Template: Select a saved template from the “Templates” dropdown menu and click “Load Template.” This will auto-fill the form with the template’s settings.
   • To Manage Templates: Select a template from the dropdown and click “Manage Templates” to delete it.
4. Review and Manage Existing Replacements:

   A table below the form lists all your configured URL replacements. This table provides:

   • Old URL: The original URL.
   • New URL: The URL it was replaced with.
   • Type: Permanent, Temporary, or Scheduled.
   • Status: Indicates whether the replacement is active or inactive.
   • Actions:
     • Edit Schedule: Adjust start and end dates for temporary and scheduled replacements.
     • Activate/Deactivate: Manually turn a replacement rule on or off.
     • Delete: Remove a replacement rule.
5. Monitor Synchronization Progress:

   After you add or modify a rule, the system starts synchronizing your data. A progress bar will show the status. If synchronization is ongoing, you might see a “Refresh Changed URL Report” button; click this once the process is complete to view the updated report.

This feature gives you comprehensive control over your website’s links, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in your content management.