404 Not Found Error
Occurs when the server cannot find the requested page.
Common Causes
- Broken links
- Incorrect URL
- Permalink issues
- Deleted page
How to Fix
1. Reset Permalinks
- WordPress Dashboard → Settings → Permalinks
- Click Save Changes
2. Check .htaccess
Ensure it contains default WordPress rewrite rules.
3. Custom 404 Page
Design a helpful page that guides visitors back to your homepage.
4. Set Up Redirects
Use 301 redirect from old URL to new one.