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WP Category Permalink

By Jordy Meow

Site Administration & Utilities / URL Redirects & 301 Management

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

WP Category Permalink Review - In-Depth Analysis

Select a main category for posts to create nicer permalinks and improve SEO.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.86/10

User Rating

4.8/5 (based on 31+ reviews)

Active Installations

2,000+

Update Frequency

Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

1 / 10 (Very Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This plugin allows you to select a main category or taxonomy for your posts to enhance permalinks and SEO.

A custom structure such as /%category%/%postname%/ should be chosen for your permalinks. By default, the category is selected automatically based on the lowest ID if a post is assigned to multiple categories. This plugin lets you choose the category from the Post Edit page.

The chosen category appears in bold on the Posts List and Post Edit pages. Below the title, you will see the permalink currently set up for the entry. If a heart icon is present, it indicates that the category has been selected.

Breadcrumbs function differently and cannot be supported automatically by default, as they are created by specific themes or plugins. If you encounter issues with breadcrumbs, please report them in the Support Threads for assistance.

This plugin is compatible with any theme or plugin that creates post types and taxonomies but may not work with the plugin called 'Types'. You can use 'Custom Post Type UI' instead.

Contributions are welcome to improve the plugin. The official GitHub repository for this project is available. Thank you to the contributors for their support.

Comparing to Alternatives

WP Category Permalink stands alone in its category with no close direct alternatives available, making it a unique solution for managing category permalinks in WordPress.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Unique functionality with no direct competitors
Easy to use with a simple interface
Supports multiple categories per post effectively
Compatible with Gutenberg editor
Responsive and helpful developer support

Weaknesses

Limited updates may affect compatibility with latest WordPress versions
No pro version or advanced features available
Some issues reported when used without Classic Editor plugin
Lacks extensive customization options

User Sentiment Analysis

With a high overall rating of 4.8 out of 5 based on 31 reviews, users overwhelmingly praise the plugin's functionality and ease of use, though a small minority report compatibility issues with the latest WordPress editor.

Positive highlights

"This Plugin Is Awesome" - barglobeworld
"Works great" - bramchi
"Great plugin" - gezginorman
"Perfect replacement for WP gallery custom links" - Anonymous
"It’s great and it works with 5.2.2" - r0by

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Compatibility issues with Gutenberg editor without Classic Editor plugin
Occasional redirect errors reported
Limited updates may cause future compatibility problems

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who need a straightforward, reliable way to manage category permalinks, especially those using Classic Editor or comfortable with minor compatibility workarounds.

Not ideal for

Users relying solely on the Gutenberg editor without Classic Editor plugin or those seeking advanced permalink customization features.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers full functionality for managing category permalinks without restrictions.

Final Verdict

WP Category Permalink is a highly rated, unique plugin that effectively addresses the need for managing category permalinks in WordPress. Its ease of use and developer support are notable strengths, making it a valuable tool for many users.

However, limited updates and some compatibility issues with the Gutenberg editor suggest it may not suit everyone, particularly those seeking advanced features or full Gutenberg compatibility. Overall, it remains a solid choice for users prioritizing simplicity and reliability.