A “Page not found” error, also known as a 404 error, can occur in WordPress for various reasons. Here are some steps you can take to solve this error:
- Check the URL: The first thing you should do is check the URL of the page that is showing the error. Make sure that the URL is correct and matches the permalink structure of your website.
- Check if the page exists: Verify if the page or post actually exists on your website. You can check the page or post in the WordPress admin dashboard by going to Pages/Posts and looking for the title of the missing page.
- Check the permalink structure: Make sure that your website’s permalink structure is set up correctly. Go to Settings -> Permalinks in your WordPress admin dashboard and choose a permalink structure that is suitable for your website.
- Clear your website’s cache: Sometimes, the page not found error can be caused by cached files on your website. Clear your website’s cache by going to your caching plugin or web hosting control panel.
- Check your .htaccess file: The .htaccess file is a configuration file that can affect your website’s URL structure. Make sure that your .htaccess file is not causing the error by renaming it and then testing your website.
- Reinstall WordPress: If none of the above steps work, you can try reinstalling WordPress. Before doing this, make sure that you have backed up your website and database.
If you are still unable to solve the error, you can seek help from a WordPress developer or contact your web hosting support team for assistance.
