If you’re new to WordPress, making changes to your website can seem complicated at some point where you have no idea. One common task you might want to do is remove a navigation link from your website because it’s taking up unnecessary space.
This guide will help you to remove the navigation link.
What is a Navigation Link?
A navigation link is a part of your website’s menu. It helps visitors find their way around your site by linking to different pages or posts. Sometimes, you might want to remove a link if it’s irrelevant or you’re restructuring your site.
Steps to Remove a Navigation Link in WordPress
Step 1: Log in to Your WordPress Dashboard
- Open your web browser and go to your WordPress login page. This is usually found at yourwebsite.com/wp-admin.
- Enter your username and password to log in.
Step 2: Go to the Menu Section
- In your WordPress dashboard, look at the left-hand side menu.
- Find and click on Appearance.
- Under the Appearance menu, click on Menus.
Step 3: Select the Menu to Edit
- You’ll see a drop-down list on the Menus page labeled Select a menu to edit.
- Choose the menu you want to edit and click Select.
Step 4: Remove the Navigation Link
- You will see a list of all the links currently in your menu.
- Find the link you want to remove.
- Click on the small arrow next to the link to expand it.
- At the bottom of the expanded section, click on the Remove link.
Step 5: Save Your Changes
- After removing the link, scroll down to the bottom of the menu list.
- Click the blue Save Menu button.
Step 6: Check Your Site
- Visit your website to ensure the link has been removed.
- Refresh the page to see the updated menu.
Common Issues and Troubleshooting
- Link Still Appears: If the link still appears, clear your browser cache or check for a caching plugin on your site that needs to be cleared.
- Can’t Find the Menu: Ensure you’re editing the correct menu. Some themes have multiple menus (like a main menu and a footer menu).
Removing a navigation link in WordPress is a straightforward process once you know where to look. Following these simple steps, you can easily manage your site’s menu and update it with the most relevant links for your visitors.