Adding a new wordpress page is showing page not found

Frustrating!

When you add a new WordPress page and it shows a "Page Not Found" error, there are several possible causes. Let's troubleshoot together to resolve the issue:

  1. Check the page URL: Ensure that the page URL is correct and doesn't contain any typos or special characters. Try accessing the page by typing the URL directly in your browser's address bar.
  2. Verify page settings: Go to the WordPress dashboard, navigate to Pages > All Pages, and check if the new page is listed. Make sure the page is published and not set to draft or pending review.
  3. Check permalinks: Permalinks are the URLs used to access your WordPress pages. Go to Settings > Permalinks and click "Save Changes" to ensure that the permalinks are updated correctly.
  4. Check page hierarchy: If you're creating a sub-page, ensure that the parent page is published and has the correct URL. You can check the page hierarchy by going to Pages > All Pages and looking at the page structure.
  5. Check for conflicts with other plugins or themes: Sometimes, conflicts with other plugins or themes can cause issues with page creation. Try deactivating all plugins and switching to a default theme (e.g., Twenty Twenty) to see if the issue persists.
  6. Check for corrupted files: Corrupted files can cause issues with page creation. Try renaming the wp-content/uploads folder to something else, then re-upload the files. This will recreate the uploads folder and may resolve the issue.
  7. Check for database issues: Database issues can also cause page creation problems. Try running a database repair tool like WP Database Repair or WP Repair to identify and fix any issues.
  8. Check for WordPress updates: Ensure that your WordPress installation is up-to-date. Sometimes, updates can resolve issues like this.
  9. Check for caching issues: Caching plugins or browser caching can sometimes cause issues with page creation. Try clearing your browser cache and disabling any caching plugins to see if the issue persists.
  10. Contact your web host or a developer: If none of the above steps resolve the issue, it's possible that there's a problem with your web host or a custom configuration. Reach out to your web host or a WordPress developer for further assistance.

If you're still experiencing issues, please provide more details about your WordPress setup, including the version, theme, and plugins you're using.