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Moving all WordPress files from directory to root?
Written By davidair on May. 6, 2007.
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I've just moved my blog from a directory on my server to the root.
I want to keep those links already out there. Do you know how I can redirect old links to my new URLs?
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My blog is currently online at davidairey.com/blog
Things is, I've been wanting to move it to davidairey.com but am anxious about messing it up.
The reason for the move is to tie the entire site design together under one WP theme rather than showing a static site at davidairey.com with a different looking blog in a directory.
Your thoughts are appreciated.
isdereks
Written May. 6, 2007 / Report /
Are you looking for thoughts on whether it's a good idea or how to do it?
Check this tutorial in the Codex for steps to make sure the transition goes smoothly.
Personally I think it's a great idea if you're planning on living with WordPress as the core of your website - which is definitely possible. It's something I do for all of my personal sites.
davidair
Written May. 6, 2007 / Report /
Thanks isdereks,
I'm looking for ideas on how to do it without any problems as I'm new to the idea. Cheers for the link.
I figure it's a good idea as I plan on sticking with WordPress but if anyone thinks otherwise (or agrees) I'd be happy to read your thoughts on that too.
davidair
Written May. 6, 2007 / Report /
Okay, that seems like the info I need.
It says to consider adding some redirection instructions in your .htaccess file to guide visitors to the new location.
Do you know anything about this?
There are quite a few links around to my articles so if it's possible to keep these links intact (as a redirect) that'd be superb.