Maciej Bis

The native WordPress permalink system is designed to be simple and easy to configure. Permalink Manager extends it and allows you to define custom URL structures and edit individual permalinks exactly the way you want.
The free version lets you manage URLs for posts, pages, and custom post types, while the Pro version also includes support for categories, tags, and custom taxonomies.
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The plugin supports all custom post types and taxonomies, and it is compatible with popular plugins like WooCommerce, Yoast SEO, WPML, and Polylang.
Permalink Manager automatically redirects original and duplicate URLs to the correct page. Using the <a href="https://permalinkmanager.pro/docs/plugin-settings/canonical-redirects/" rel="nofollow ugc">canonical redirect</a>, it prevents the broken links that can hurt the UX and SEO, potentially causing a drop in organic traffic.
<h4>Features</h4>
<ul>
<li>Change Single Permalinks For a consistent and SEO-friendly URL structure, you may customize and <a href="https://permalinkmanager.pro/docs/basics/change-permalink/" rel="nofollow ugc">change the permalink</a> of each post, page, and custom post type item. Categories, tags & custom taxonomies terms permalinks can be edited in Permalink Manager Pro.</li>
<li>Customize URL Formats Using the “Permastructures” settings, you can choose the default format for custom URLs using “Permastructures” settings. The new format will be applied automatically when a new post/term is added or once the old permalinks are regenerated.</li>
<li>Custom Post Types Support Choose the post types and taxonomies you want to customize and exclude the rest of them. The plugin supports post types and taxonomies managed with ACF, Pods, JetEngine, Toolset Types, and other plugins.</li>
<li>Translate Permalinks With WPML or Polylang active, Permalink Manager allows you to translate the slug and customize the URL structure for every language separately.</li>
<li>Remove Parent Slugs Remove parent slugs from your WordPress URLs organize them hierarchically by <a href="https://permalinkmanager.pro/docs/tutorials/add-category-slug-wordpress-permalinks/" rel="nofollow ugc">adding categories to custom permalinks</a>, all without writing a single line of code.</li>
<li>Canonical Redirect Automatically redirect old URLs whenever they change, preventing broken links, and protecting your site’s search visibility.</li>
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<h4>Additional features available in Permalink Manager Pro</h4>
The free version covers all the necessary functions, while the premium version adds a few handy functionalities that can improve the process of adjusting WordPress permalinks.
Click here for additional information and to purchase <a href="https://permalinkmanager.pro?utm_source=wordpress" rel="nofollow ugc">Permalink Manager Pro</a>.
<ul>
<li>Custom Taxonomies Support Taxonomies are fully supported in the premium version (categories, tags & custom taxonomies). You may adjust individual term permalinks or change them all at once using “Permastructures”.</li>
<li>Full WooCommerce Support Permalink Manager Pro may be used to change the URL addresses of WooCommerce products, tags, categories, and attributes. For example, you may use the plugin to <a href="https://permalinkmanager.pro/docs/tutorials/remove-product-category-woocommerce-urls/" rel="nofollow ugc">remove /product/ and /product-category/ from WooCommerce URL</a>.</li>
<li>Custom Fields Support Permalink Manager is the only actively supported WordPress plugin that allows to <a href="https://permalinkmanager.pro/docs/tutorials/how-to-use-custom-fields-inside-wordpress-permalinks/" rel="nofollow ugc">add custom fields to permalinks</a> and requires no technical experience.</li>
<li>Extra Redirects Define extra redirects (aliases) for any post, page, or term. Additionally, you may assign a redirect URL to each post/term, which will take users to any external URL address.</li>
</ul>

Permalink Manager Lite

It works like charm. But need another plugin to edit the author slug. It would be best if there were an author slug edit option.

Great Plugin, But would be best if there were author slug edit option

Great plugin, easy to use


I tried to convince my client that his "simple request" was a total nightmare that might cost hundreds or even thousands of dollars to solve. 



Then I installed Permalink Manage Lite and was finished in about 3.9 seconds 😅 



10/10 would recommend.


Love at first site

Permalink Manager Lite by Maciej Bis is absolutely fantastic! With 100k+ installs and a perfect 5-star rating from 173 reviews, it's clearly the gold standard for URL management. Unlike WordPress's limited slug editing, this lets you customize entire URLs however you want. 

The automatic redirects from old URLs are a lifesaver for SEO. Works flawlessly with WooCommerce, Yoast, and WPML too. Bulk editing saves hours of work, and the ability to remove parent slugs creates cleaner URLs. Maciej keeps it updated regularly - this plugin is essential!

The Ultimate WordPress URL Control Plugin

Permalink Manager enhances WordPress’s built-in URL system, allowing you to change the URLs of native and custom post types and taxonomies.

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LinkMaster is your complete solution for WordPress URL management, offering advanced permalink customization, smart redirection, and a powerful broken link scanner. 
Perfect for site administrators who need precise control over their URLs to optimize for SEO, enhance user experience, and manage complex URL structures.
Unlike WordPress’s default permalink system, LinkMaster allows you to create unique, custom URLs for individual posts, pages, and custom post types without affecting your site’s overall URL structure. 
This flexibility is crucial for SEO, as it enables you to craft clean, descriptive URLs that search engines love. 
By using LinkMaster, you can ensure that your website’s URLs are SEO-friendly and properly redirected, which can improve your site’s search engine rankings and user navigation. 
For future updates and feedback, visit our website: <a href="https://getlinkmaster.com" rel="nofollow ugc">getlinkmaster.com</a>.
<h3>Features</h3>
<ul>
<li>
Advanced Permalink Customization
<ul>
<li>Create custom permalinks for individual posts and pages</li>
<li>Full support for query parameters (e.g., /search?category=shoes) in URLs</li>
<li>Support for all file extensions (.html, .php, .xhtml, etc.)</li>
<li>Support for special characters in URLs 
Pro</li>
<li>Bulk permalink management tools with CSV import/export</li>
<li>URL pattern templates for consistent naming</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Smart Redirection System
<ul>
<li>301, 302, and 307 redirect support</li>
<li>Query parameter handling 
Pro</li>
<li>SEO-friendly link attributes (nofollow, sponsored)</li>
<li>Export/import feature for bulk redirects</li>
<li>Link expiration feature for temporary access links</li>
<li>Advanced click analytics and reporting</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Broken Link Scanner
<ul>
<li>Scan for broken links across posts, pages, and custom post types</li>
<li>Detect 404 errors and missing URLs</li>
<li>Generate a detailed report of broken links 
Pro</li>
<li>Export broken links for easy management</li>
<li>Scheduled automatic scanning to proactively find broken links</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Link Cloaking
<ul>
<li>Create branded short URLs for affiliate links</li>
<li>Hide affiliate IDs and long URLs</li>
<li>Manage all cloaked links from a central dashboard 
Pro</li>
<li>IP protection to block specific IPs from accessing links</li>
<li>Password protection for exclusive access to links</li>
<li>Link expiration dates for time-limited offers</li>
<li>Click limits to restrict the number of times a link can be accessed</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Link Click Statistics
<ul>
<li>Track click counts for all redirected links 
Pro</li>
<li>Detailed analytics on link performance</li>
<li>Export statistics for reporting</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Custom 404 Page Setup
<ul>
<li>Create custom 404 error pages</li>
<li>Redirect 404 errors to specific pages</li>
<li>Customize 404 page content and design</li>
<li>Log 404 errors for analysis</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Auto Link Injection (Premium Feature)
<ul>
<li>Automatically link keywords to specified URLs across your site</li>
<li>Set priority and linking rules for keywords</li>
<li>Control the maximum number of auto links per page</li>
<li>Exclude specific posts or pages from auto linking</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
SEO-Focused Features
<ul>
<li>Clean URL structures</li>
<li>Automatic canonical URL management</li>
<li>Search engine friendly redirects</li>
<li>Integration with popular SEO plugins like Yoast SEO</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Performance Optimized
<ul>
<li>Lightweight redirect handling</li>
<li>Cached URL lookups</li>
<li>Minimal database queries</li>
<li>No .htaccess modifications required</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
User Experience Enhancements
<ul>
<li>Interactive onboarding tour for new users</li>
<li>Link Health Score for visual feedback on link quality</li>
<li>Quick Help sections with best practices</li>
<li>Intuitive dashboard with clear feature explanations</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
No Server Configuration Required 
The plugin requires no modifications to <code>.htaccess</code> or server settings, ensuring hassle-free setup and usage.
Start managing your URLs with LinkMaster today and take control of your WordPress site’s URL structure for better SEO and user experience. 
For future updates and feedback, visit our website: <a href="https://getlinkmaster.com" rel="nofollow ugc">getlinkmaster.com</a>.
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</ul>

LinkMaster – Link Management, SEO, Broken Links & Redirects

LinkMaster: Manage links with custom permalinks, SEO redirects, link cloaking, auto link injection and a broken link checker for WordPress.

Permalink Manager Lite vs LinkMaster – Link Management, SEO, Broken Links & Redirects