Quick Redirects & 404 Shopify Installation Guide

Quick Redirects app installation guide

Introduction

The Quick Redirects & 404 app for Shopify helps you manage URL redirects efficiently. It allows you to fix broken links, resolve 404 errors, and redirect customers to relevant pages. This guide walks you through the installation process, setting up redirects, and managing 404 errors seamlessly.

Step 1: Install the Quick Redirects App

  1. Access the Shopify App Store
    • Go to Shopify App Store.
    • Search for Quick Redirects.
    • Click on the app and press the Add app button.
  2. Authorize the App
    • Once prompted, click Install App to grant the required permissions.
    • You will be redirected to the Quick Redirects & 404 dashboard within your Shopify admin.

Step 2: Understanding Redirect Types

  1. 301 Permanent Redirect
    • Use this for URLs that are permanently moved.
    • Ideal for product discontinuation, URL restructuring, or legacy site migrations.
  2. 302 Temporary Redirect
    • Use for temporarily unavailable pages.
    • Suitable for seasonal promotions or limited-time offers.
  3. 404 Error Fix
    • Identify and redirect broken links to working pages to improve SEO and user experience.

Step 3: Setting Up Redirects

  1. Manual Redirects
    • In the Quick Redirects dashboard, click Create Redirect.
    • Enter the Old URL (the broken link or outdated page).
    • Enter the New URL (where you want to redirect traffic).
    • Choose the redirect type (301 or 302).
    • Click Save Redirect.
  2. Bulk Import Redirects
    • Column A: Old URLs
    • Column B: New URLs
    • Prepare a CSV file with two columns:
    • Go to the Quick Redirects dashboard and select Import Redirects.
    • Upload the CSV file and click Submit.
  3. Automatic Redirects
    • Enable auto-redirects for deleted or renamed products.
    • This feature ensures that any deleted page automatically redirects to a collection page or homepage.

Step 4: Managing 404 Errors

  1. Monitor 404 Logs
    • Navigate to the 404 Error Log section in the app.
    • Review a list of broken URLs visitors encountered.
  2. Fix 404 Errors
    • Select any broken link from the log.
    • Click Create Redirect and provide the correct destination URL.
    • Save the changes.
  3. Export 404 Reports
    • Download a CSV file to analyze errors in bulk.

Step 5: Best Practices for Redirect Management

  1. Regularly Audit Redirects
    • Ensure all redirects are valid and up to date.
    • Remove outdated or unnecessary redirects.
  2. Redirect to Relevant Pages
    • Avoid redirecting all broken links to the homepage.
    • Redirect to the most contextually appropriate page for better user experience.
  3. Monitor Performance
    • Use Google Search Console to track 404 errors and redirect health.

Step 6: Troubleshooting Common Issues

  1. Redirects Not Working
    • Ensure the redirect paths match exactly (e.g., trailing slashes).
    • Clear Shopify cache if changes are not reflecting immediately.
  2. 404 Errors Persist
    • Double-check the error logs and verify if the redirect path exists.
  3. Duplicate Redirects
    • Use the Export feature to identify and remove duplicates.

Step 7: Contact Support

If you encounter issues, contact our support team via:

By following this guide, you can ensure seamless redirect management, reduce 404 errors, and maintain optimal user experience in your Shopify store.

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