wordpress permalinks not working - htaccess seems ok but getting 404 error on pages

🚫🔗 WordPress Permalinks Not Working? Here's How to Fix It!

Are you experiencing a frustrating issue where your WordPress permalinks are not working and you keep getting those annoying 404 errors on your pages? 😩 Don't worry, we've got you covered! In this blog post, we'll address common issues and provide easy solutions to get your permalinks up and running smoothly. ✨

📝 Check Your .htaccess File

The first thing you should do is double-check your .htaccess file to ensure it's configured correctly. In your case, the file seems to be set up properly with the necessary WordPress rules. However, it's worth mentioning that sometimes the issue might lie within the file permissions. So, let's make sure everything is in order:

1. Navigate to your WordPress root directory using an FTP client or accessing the file manager in your hosting control panel.

2. Locate the .htaccess file and right-click on it to access the file permissions.

3. Ensure that the file permissions are set to 644 or chmod 0644. If not, change the permissions accordingly.

🔄 Flush Your Permalinks and Redo

If the .htaccess file looks good and the permissions are correct, the next step is to flush your permalinks. This process will regenerate the permalink structure, potentially fixing any possible conflicts:

1. In your WordPress dashboard, go to Settings > Permalinks.

2. Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click on Save Changes without modifying anything.

3. This will force WordPress to regenerate the permalink structure and update your .htaccess file.

Now, test your website to see if the 404 errors are resolved. If not, don't worry, we have a few more tricks up our sleeves!

⚙️ Check Mod_Rewrite Module

The mod_rewrite module is crucial for WordPress permalinks to work correctly. It's possible that the module is not enabled on your web server. Here's how you can check if it's enabled and enable it if necessary:

1. Access your hosting control panel or connect to your server via SSH.

2. If you're using Apache, run the following command:

   sudo a2enmod rewrite

   This will enable the module.

🔄 Update Permalink Structure Again

If the above steps didn't fix the issue, let's try updating the permalink structure once again. This might help rewrite the rules properly and resolve any conflicts:

1. Go back to Settings > Permalinks in your WordPress dashboard.

2. Change the permalink structure to Plain.

3. Save the changes.

4. Now, switch back to your desired permalink structure (in your case, /postname/).

5. Save the changes again.

After making these changes, test your website to see if the 404 errors are gone. 🎉

💬 Engage with Our Community

If you are still facing issues with your WordPress permalinks, don't hesitate to reach out to our awesome community! You can leave a comment on this post, and our expert readers will be more than happy to assist you. 💪

Have you ever encountered permalink problems on your WordPress website? How did you solve them? Share your experiences and solutions in the comments below! Let's help each other out! 🙌