How to generate a slug
A descriptive slug helps people recognize a page topic and keeps articles, products, and resources consistent.
What makes a good slug
A good slug is usually short, readable, and faithful to the page content. Hyphens make word boundaries easy to scan.
Avoid dates, codes, and terms that may change without a clear editorial reason.
A slug is not a strategy
A clean URL supports organization, but it does not make thin content useful or fix a confusing site structure.
Use a consistent convention so your team can maintain coherent links.
Frequently asked questions
What is a slug?
It is the readable part of a URL that identifies a page or resource.
Can I edit the slug?
Yes. Review the result and adapt it to your editorial convention.
Should I use short keywords?
Prioritize clarity and relevance instead of packing in terms.
Can changing a slug affect links?
It can affect shared URLs; plan redirects on your site when appropriate.