404 errors can prevent users from accessing specific pages or posts. This guide offers solutions to troubleshoot and fix 404 errors in WordPress.

  1. Refresh Permalinks:
    • Go to “Settings” > “Permalinks” and click “Save Changes” to flush rewrite rules and refresh permalinks.
  2. Check .htaccess File:
    • Review the .htaccess file for any incorrect rules. Rename the file to see if it resolves the 404 error and regenerate it by saving permalinks settings.
  3. Verify Page or Post Existence:
    • Ensure that the page or post exists and is published. Check the status and visibility settings of the content.
  4. Inspect Theme Files:
    • Check your theme files, especially the 404.php file, to ensure it is correctly configured and not causing the issue.
  5. Deactivate Plugins:
    • Temporarily deactivate plugins to determine if a plugin conflict is causing the 404 error. Reactivate them one by one to identify the problem.

By following these steps, you can troubleshoot and resolve 404 errors and ensure users can access the correct pages or posts.