Changing Replace URL in WordPress Elementor
Elementor is a popular visual editor for WordPress that allows you to design websites by dragging and dropping elements. Sometimes, you may need to replace URLs across your site for example, when migrating to a new domain or updating links. On ruachost.com, you can do this directly from the Elementor tools.
Why Replace URLs?
Section titled “Why Replace URLs?”- Update domain names after migration.
- Fix broken or outdated links.
- Ensure consistency across all Elementor‑based pages.
- Save time compared to manually editing each page.
Steps to Replace URLs in Elementor
Section titled “Steps to Replace URLs in Elementor”-
Log in to WordPress with an administrator account.
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In the dashboard, go to Elementor → Tools.
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Click the Replace URL tab.
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Enter the following:
- Old URL → The domain or link you want to replace.
- New URL → The updated domain or link.
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Click Replace URL.
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Close the General tab, then click Regenerate Files and Data.
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Finally, click Save Changes.
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Go to Settings → General and confirm that the site URLs match the new domain.
✅ Elementor will now automatically update all references to the old URL across your WordPress site.
Important Notes
Section titled “Important Notes”- Always back up your site before running a bulk URL replacement.
- Test thoroughly to ensure all links work correctly.
- If you use caching plugins, clear the cache after making changes.