How to Change the Permalink in WordPress
- George Apostolov
How to Change the Permalink in WordPress: step-by-step guide
Head over to the right sidebar, then click the 'Post' tab.
Find 'Link' from the list of options and click the default permalink.
Enter your preferred permalink into the provided text field.
Once done, click 'Save'.
After completing these steps, the permalink of your WordPress post or page will be changed according to your recent inputs.
Quick answer: To update a URL in WordPress, select the Post tab in the sidebar, click the default permalink under Link, type your preferred permalink into the text field, and click Save.
About this WordPress tutorial
Modify your WordPress post or page URLs quickly by editing the link settings and saving your new custom permalink. This guide shows how to change the Permalink in WordPress in 5 steps, starting with "Head over to the right sidebar, then click the 'Post' tab" and finishing with "After completing these steps, the permalink of your WordPress post or page will be chan...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real WordPress interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to change the Permalink in WordPress?
5 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your WordPress data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under WordPress. Related guides: How to Change the Text Color in WordPress, How to Change the Website Logo in WordPress and How to Change the WordPress Password. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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