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Table of Contents

  1. Overview
  2. Features
  3. Installation & Setup
  4. Configuration & Usage
  5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
  6. Changelog & Upgrade Notices

Welcome to LinkMaster

LinkMaster is an all-in-one URL management solution for WordPress. Designed for site administrators, developers, and SEO professionals, it offers complete control over your site’s URL structure—without the need to modify server configurations or .htaccess files.

With LinkMaster, you can:

Enhance SEO through clean, canonical URL management.

Create and manage custom permalinks for posts, pages, and custom post types.

Set up advanced redirection rules with support for multiple HTTP status codes.

Detect broken links and ensure a smooth user experience.

Features

Advanced Permalink Customization

  • Custom URLs for Everything: Easily create unique permalinks for individual posts, pages, and custom post types.
  • Special Characters Support: Allows the use of special characters (including “?”) in URLs.
  • Bulk Management Tools: Edit or delete multiple custom slugs at once.
  • URL Pattern Templates: Maintain consistency with configurable naming patterns.

Smart Redirection System

  • Flexible HTTP Status Codes: Supports 301 (permanent), 302/303 (temporary), and 307/308 (advanced) redirects.
  • Query Parameter Handling: Preserve query strings during redirection for a seamless user experience.
  • No .htaccess Modifications: Configure redirections directly from the WordPress admin panel.

SEO-Focused Enhancements

  • Clean, Search Engine Friendly URLs: Optimize your site structure for better search rankings.
  • Automatic Canonical URL Management: Prevent duplicate content issues effortlessly.
  • Seamless SEO Plugin Integration: Fully compatible with Yoast SEO and other leading SEO tools.

Performance & Compatibility

  • Lightweight & Efficient: Minimal database queries and cached URL lookups ensure high performance.
  • Optimized for Large Sites: Designed to handle even the most content-heavy websites with ease.
  • No .htaccess Edits
    • All rules are handled via WordPress core.
  • Cached Lookups
    • 30% faster redirect resolution compared to traditional plugins.
  • Works With
    • GeneratePress, Astra, Divi, WooCommerce, WPML (partial), and more.

Seamless Integration

  • Compatibility: Works smoothly with popular themes (like GeneratePress) and plugins (including WooCommerce, WPML, etc.).
  • No Server Configuration Required: Enjoy full functionality without altering your server settings.

Installation & Setup

Direct Installation

  1. Navigate to your WordPress Dashboard.
  2. Go to: Plugins → Add New.
  3. Search for “LinkMaster.”
  4. Click: Install Now, then Activate.

Manual Installation

  1. Download the latest ZIP file from  official website.
  2. In your WordPress Dashboard, go to: Plugins → Add New, then click Upload Plugin.
  3. Select the downloaded ZIP file and click Install Now.
  4. Activate the plugin after installation.

Once activated, you can start customizing your permalinks and setting up redirection rules directly within your WordPress admin area.

Configuration & Usage

Custom Permalink Setup

  • Individual Posts & Pages: Edit any post or page to set a custom URL using the LinkMaster meta box.
  • Custom Post Types: Extend URL customization to any custom post type for enhanced navigability.

Redirection Management

  • Creating Redirection Rules: Easily add new rules from the LinkMaster settings panel.
  • Select HTTP Status Codes: Choose the appropriate redirection type (301, 302, 303, 307, or 308) based on your needs.

Broken Link Scanner

  • Scanning: Regularly scan your site for broken links.
  • Status Reporting: Get detailed reports on broken links along with their HTTP status codes to quickly resolve issues.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Do I need to modify .htaccess or server settings to use this plugin?
No, the plugin works out of the box and does not require any server-side configuration changes.

Can I use LinkMaster with popular themes and plugins?
Yes. The plugin seamlessly integrates with themes like GeneratePress and plugins such as Yoast SEO, WooCommerce, and WPML.

Will custom permalinks work for custom post types?
Absolutely. LinkMaster extends its functionality to custom post types, ensuring comprehensive URL management.

Can I use this plugin with WooCommerce?
Yes, the plugin is compatible with WooCommerce.

What happens if I deactivate the plugin?
Custom URLs revert to the default WordPress permalink structure. Reactivating the plugin will restore your settings.

Does the plugin support bulk URL management?
Yes, starting with version 1.2.0, you can manage multiple URLs simultaneously using the built-in bulk management tools.

Is the plugin compatible with multilingual sites?
Currently, the plugin does not include built-in support for multilingual functionality. While it can be used on multilingual sites, it does not automatically handle language-specific permalinks. Support for WPML and Polylang integration is planned for a future release.

Can I use LinkMaster for URL redirection?
Yes, the redirection system supports both permanent and temporary redirects with various HTTP status codes.

Changelog & Upgrade Notices

Version 2.0.0

  • New: Support for Custom Post Types and WooCommerce.
  • Enhanced: Bulk management tools and performance optimizations.
  • Improved: Security enhancements and minor bug fixes.

Version 1.2.0

  • New: Introduced the Broken Link Scanner.
  • Expanded: Redirection support to include HTTP status codes 301, 302, 303, 307, and 308.
  • Optimized: General performance improvements and compatibility fixes.

For a detailed version history, please refer to the changelog section.

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