Resolve Hard-Coded Link Redirection Issues in WordPress
Budget: $38 – $75 USD
We need to resolve an issue with hard-coded URLs pointing to files (PDFs and images) hosted on `piperlibraryfiles.com`. These static links overwrite the WordPress links of files already uploaded to our new site (`lakesrpc.nh.gov`). The goal is to ensure all links function correctly without being redirected back to `piperlibraryfiles.com`.
Key Requirements:
1. Link Redirection Fix: Address the issue of hard-coded links overwriting WordPress links.
2. WordPress URL Updates: Use Elementor’s Replace URLs tool or install the Go Live plugin to update all instances of `https://piperlibraryfiles.com` to `https://lakesrpc.nh.gov/archive/`.
3. PHP Solution (Optional): If feasible, develop a custom PHP script to dynamically manage and redirect these URLs without requiring manual updates for each link.
4. Database Backup: Ensure a full backup of the WordPress database is created before performing any search-and-replace operations.
5. Error Prevention: Verify that all updated links function correctly without 404 errors or unexpected redirections.
Ideal Skills and Experience:
- Expertise in PHP for creating scripts that handle complex URL redirection issues dynamically.
- Proficiency in WordPress development, including tools like Elementor and Go Live for URL replacements.
- Strong attention to detail to ensure no broken links post-fix.
Key Requirements:
1. Link Redirection Fix: Address the issue of hard-coded links overwriting WordPress links.
2. WordPress URL Updates: Use Elementor’s Replace URLs tool or install the Go Live plugin to update all instances of `https://piperlibraryfiles.com` to `https://lakesrpc.nh.gov/archive/`.
3. PHP Solution (Optional): If feasible, develop a custom PHP script to dynamically manage and redirect these URLs without requiring manual updates for each link.
4. Database Backup: Ensure a full backup of the WordPress database is created before performing any search-and-replace operations.
5. Error Prevention: Verify that all updated links function correctly without 404 errors or unexpected redirections.
Ideal Skills and Experience:
- Expertise in PHP for creating scripts that handle complex URL redirection issues dynamically.
- Proficiency in WordPress development, including tools like Elementor and Go Live for URL replacements.
- Strong attention to detail to ensure no broken links post-fix.