Understanding URL Duplicates

Oct 13, 2025 by wbrum.org 36 views

Introduction

As a Magento 2 developer, you may have encountered a frustrating issue where URL duplicates occur when working in the admin panel of your Magento 2.4.7 store. This problem can be particularly challenging when dealing with large stores, such as ours, which has around 80K products and 1000 categories. In this article, we will delve into the causes of URL duplicates and provide a step-by-step guide on how to resolve this issue.

Understanding URL Duplicates

URL duplicates occur when multiple URLs point to the same product or category page. This can happen due to various reasons, including:

Importing products: When importing products from a CSV file or another source, Magento may create duplicate URLs if the import process is not properly configured.
URL rewriting: Magento's URL rewriting mechanism can sometimes create duplicate URLs, especially if the rewrite rules are not properly set up.
Category and product hierarchy: A complex category and product hierarchy can lead to duplicate URLs, especially if the same product is assigned to multiple categories.

Causes of URL Duplicates in Magento 2.4.7

While URL duplicates can occur in any Magento version, we have observed that this issue is more prevalent in Magento 2.4.7. Some of the possible causes of URL duplicates in this version include:

Incorrect URL rewrite rules: If the URL rewrite rules are not properly set up, Magento may create duplicate URLs.
Missing or incorrect product and category IDs: If the product or category IDs are missing or incorrect, Magento may create duplicate URLs.
Importing products with incorrect URLs: If products are imported with incorrect URLs, Magento may create duplicate URLs.

Symptoms of URL Duplicates

The symptoms of URL duplicates can vary depending on the severity of the issue. Some common symptoms include:

Duplicate product and category pages: You may notice that there are multiple product and category pages with the same URL.
Search engine optimization (SEO) issues: Duplicate URLs can negatively impact your store's SEO, leading to lower search engine rankings.
User experience issues: Duplicate URLs can also lead to user experience issues, such as confusion and frustration when users try to access a product or category page.

Resolving URL Duplicates in Magento 2.4.7

Resolving URL duplicates in Magento 2.4.7 requires a combination of technical and administrative steps. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you resolve this issue:

Step 1: Check URL Rewrite Rules

Access the admin panel: Log in to the admin panel of your Magento 2.4.7 store.
Navigate to Stores > Settings > Configuration: Click on the "Stores" menu and select "Settings" from the dropdown menu. Then, click on "Configuration."
Select Web > URL Options: In the "Configuration" page, select "Web" from the left menu and click on "URL Options."
Check URL rewrite rules: In the "URL Options" page, check the URL rewrite rules to ensure that they are correctly set up.

Step 2: Check Product and Category IDs

Access the admin panel: Log in to the admin panel of your Magento 2.4.7 store.
Navigate to Catalog > Products: Click on the "Catalog" menu and select "Products" from the dropdown menu.
Check product IDs: In the "Products" page, check the product IDs to ensure that they are correctly assigned.
Check category IDs: In the "Products" page, check the category IDs to ensure that they are correctly assigned.

Step 3: Import Products with Correct URLs

Access the admin panel: Log in to the admin panel of your Magento 2.4.7 store.
Navigate to System > Import/Export: Click on the "System" menu and select "Import/Export" from the dropdown menu.
Import products with correct URLs: In the "Import/Export" page, select the product import option and ensure that the URLs are correctly set up.

Step 4: Remove Duplicate URLs

Access the admin panel: Log in to the admin panel of your Magento 2.4.7 store.
Navigate to System > URL Rewrite Management: Click on the "System" menu and select "URL Rewrite Management" from the dropdown menu.
Remove duplicate URLs: In the "URL Rewrite Management" page, remove any duplicate URLs that are causing issues.

Step 5: Reindex and Refresh Cache

Access the admin panel: Log in to the admin panel of your Magento 2.4.7 store.
Navigate to System > Index Management: Click on the "System" menu and select "Index Management" from the dropdown menu.
Reindex: In the "Index Management" page, reindex the store to ensure that the changes are reflected.
Refresh cache: In the "Index Management" page, refresh the cache to ensure that the changes are reflected.

Conclusion

Q: What are URL duplicates in Magento 2.4.7?

A: URL duplicates occur when multiple URLs point to the same product or category page in Magento 2.4.7. This can happen due to various reasons, including incorrect URL rewrite rules, missing or incorrect product and category IDs, and importing products with incorrect URLs.

Q: Why are URL duplicates a problem in Magento 2.4.7?

A: URL duplicates can negatively impact your store's SEO, leading to lower search engine rankings. Additionally, duplicate URLs can lead to user experience issues, such as confusion and frustration when users try to access a product or category page.

Q: How can I prevent URL duplicates in Magento 2.4.7?

A: To prevent URL duplicates in Magento 2.4.7, you should:

Check URL rewrite rules to ensure that they are correctly set up.
Verify that product and category IDs are correctly assigned.
Import products with correct URLs.
Regularly reindex and refresh cache to ensure that changes are reflected.

Q: What are the symptoms of URL duplicates in Magento 2.4.7?

A: The symptoms of URL duplicates in Magento 2.4.7 can include:

Duplicate product and category pages.
Search engine optimization (SEO) issues.
User experience issues, such as confusion and frustration when users try to access a product or category page.

Q: How can I resolve URL duplicates in Magento 2.4.7?

A: To resolve URL duplicates in Magento 2.4.7, you should:

Check URL rewrite rules to ensure that they are correctly set up.
Verify that product and category IDs are correctly assigned.
Import products with correct URLs.
Remove duplicate URLs.
Reindex and refresh cache to ensure that changes are reflected.

Q: Can I use a third-party extension to resolve URL duplicates in Magento 2.4.7?

A: Yes, you can use a third-party extension to resolve URL duplicates in Magento 2.4.7. However, be sure to carefully evaluate the extension's compatibility with your store's version and configuration before installing it.

Q: How can I prevent URL duplicates when importing products in Magento 2.4.7?

A: To prevent URL duplicates when importing products in Magento 2.4.7, you should:

Use a CSV file with correct URLs.
Verify that product and category IDs are correctly assigned.
Use the "Import/Export" feature to import products with correct URLs.

Q: Can I use a custom solution to resolve URL duplicates in Magento 2.4.7?

A: Yes, you can use a custom solution to resolve URL duplicates in Magento 2.4.7. However, be sure to carefully evaluate the solution's compatibility with your store's version and configuration before implementing it.

Q: How can I ensure that my store's URLs are correctly set up in Magento 2.4.7?

A: To ensure that your store's URLs are correctly set up in Magento 2.4.7, you should:

Regularly check URL rewrite rules to ensure that they are correctly set up.
Verify that product and category IDs are correctly assigned.
Import products with correct URLs.
Regularly reindex and refresh cache to ensure that changes are reflected.

Conclusion

In this article, we have answered some of the most frequently asked questions about URL duplicates in Magento 2.4.7. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can prevent and resolve URL duplicates in your store, ensuring that your store's URLs are correctly set up and your store's SEO and user experience are improved.