# Permalink Settings

#### **Accessing Permalink Settings**

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Navigate to **WordPress Dashboard → Directory → Settings → Permalinks** to configure URL structures for your directory listings.
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Permalinks define the **URL structure** for various directory elements, making them SEO-friendly and user-friendly. Proper configuration helps improve search engine rankings and enhances navigation.

### **Permalink Customization Options**

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### **1. Listing Slug**

* **Default:** `listings`
* Defines the base URL for individual listings.
* Example: `yourwebsite.com/listings/sample-listing/`
* Recommended: Use a **simple and descriptive** slug like `listing` or `directory-item`.

### **2. Package Slug**

* **Default:** `packages`
* Defines the URL for **listing packages**.
* Example: `yourwebsite.com/packages/premium-package/`

### **3. Listing Category Slug**

* **Default:** `listing-category`
* Controls the URL for **listing categories**.
* Example: `yourwebsite.com/listing-category/real-estate/`

### **4. Listing Contract Type Slug**

* **Default:** `listing-contracttype`
* Sets the URL structure for **contract types**.
* Example: `yourwebsite.com/listing-contracttype/for-rent/`

### **5. Listing Amenity Slug**

* **Default:** `listing-amenity`
* Defines the URL for **amenities** in listings.
* Example: `yourwebsite.com/listing-amenity/wifi/`

### **Important Notes**

✔ **Avoid special characters** that are not allowed in URLs.\
✔ **Keep slugs short and meaningful** for better SEO.\
✔ **After making changes**, go to **Settings → Permalinks** and click **Save Changes** to apply the new settings.
