In website operation, URL (Uniform Resource Locator) plays a crucial role.An clear, meaningful and easy-to-understand URL can enhance user experience and is an indispensable part of Search Engine Optimization (SEO).The traditional dynamic URL often contains parameters and numbers that are difficult to understand, while pseudo-static URL rewrites make it look like a simple and standardized static HTML page, thereby winning the favor of search engines and users.

AnQiCMS (AnQiCMS) is fully aware of the impact of URL structure on website SEO, therefore the system is built with powerful pseudo-static functions, aiming to help us easily optimize the display of website URLs, thereby improving the crawling efficiency and ranking of the search engine.

Why does the static URL matter for SEO?

Before we delve into the pseudo-static configuration of the Aanqi CMS, we must first understand why the pseudo-static URL is so important:

  1. Enhance user experience:The URL is concise and intuitive, which is easier for users to remember and share.When a user sees a URL in the browser address bar that roughly reflects the content of the page, it will increase trust and make it easier to understand the theme of the page.
  2. Enhance search engine friendliness:Search engines tend to crawl URLs with clear structure and explicit paths.The pseudo-static URL allows the crawler to better understand the hierarchy and content relevance of the website, thereby improving the efficiency of content inclusion.
  3. Enhance Keyword Weight:The pseudo-static URL allows us to embed the core keywords of the page into the URL.This sends a clear signal to the search engine, indicating that the content of the page is helpful for improving the ranking of relevant keywords.
  4. Avoid issues with duplicate content:Dynamic URLs may generate multiple URLs pointing to the same content under different access methods, which is easily misjudged by search engines as duplicate content.The use of a uniform URL format effectively avoids such problems.

Overview of AutoCMS Static URLs Functionality

Our CMS provides flexible and diverse static configuration options.Whether it is to quickly apply a set of default rules or to finely customize the URL structure according to specific needs, Anqi CMS can meet all your requirements.It not only supports optimization of pseudo-static URLs, but also provides 301 redirect management to ensure that the weight of old links can be smoothly transferred to new links when adjusting the URL structure, thereby minimizing SEO loss as much as possible.

How to Configure AutoCMS Static URL Rules?

Configure the pseudo-static rules is a key step to improve the website SEO effect. In Anqi CMS, this operation is very intuitive and convenient.

We first need to log in to the backend management interface of Anqi CMS, then navigate to the "Function Management" menu, and select the "URL Rewrite Rule" option.Here, we will see all configuration items related to URL rewriting.

  1. Select the built-in pseudo-static rulesTo facilitate users' quick learning, Anqi CMS is built with four commonly used URL rewriting rules, each with its focus and suitable for different types of websites and SEO strategies:

    • Digital Mode:URL中主要使用内容的ID（如/{module}-{id}.html），这种模式对于英文网站来说，简洁易读，但关键词可见性较低。
    • Model Naming Pattern:The URL includes the name of the content model and a custom filename (such as/{module}/{filename}.html)，which is more commonly used on English websites, and can clearly express the type and topic of the content.
    • Category naming pattern 1:URL contains category ID and custom filename (like/{categoryID}/{filename}.html), suitable for Chinese websites that emphasize the category hierarchy.
    • Category naming pattern 2:URL contains category name alias and custom filename (like/{catname}/{filename}.htmlSimilarly suitable for English websites, it can better integrate category keywords into URLs.

    Based on the actual needs of the website and the target audience, we can choose the most suitable one from these four modes. Just click to select, and the system will apply the corresponding rules.

  2. Custom pseudo-static rule depth optimizationFor websites with specific SEO strategies or more complex URL structures, AnQi CMS provides a “Custom Mode”.This gives us great flexibility, allowing us to build URLs according to our own wishes.

    In custom mode, we can configure for document detail pages (archive), document list pages (category）、Model Home Page（archiveIndex）、Single Page（page）、Tag List Page（tagIndex）and Tag Detail Page（tagThe pseudo-static rules. Each rule is composed in the form of "rule name===rule value".

    In rule values, we can use a series of predefined variables to dynamically generate URLs:

    • {id}The unique ID of the content.
    • {filename}Custom link names or pinyin aliases for content (such as articles, single pages).
    • {catname}：Categorized custom link name or pinyin alias.
    • {catid}The unique ID of the category.
    • {module}：Table name or URL alias of the content model.
    • {page}：Used for pagination, indicating the page number.

    For example, if we want the URL structure of the article detail page to be/{模型别名}/{分类别名}/{自定义文件名}.htmlWe can configure the rules like this:archive===/{module}/{catname}/{filename}.html

    or, if the article list page is desired to be/{分类别名}-list-{页码}.html:category==={catname}-list(-{page}).html(note the pagination variable{page}often placed in parentheses, indicating optional)

    When configuring custom rules, we need to pay special attention to the hierarchy of paths, the combination of variables, and ensure the logic and uniqueness of the rules to avoid page conflicts or inaccessible situations.

  3. Content level URL alias settingIn addition to the global rewrite rules, Anqi CMS also provides a "Custom URL" field at the content publishing and management level.Whether it is adding documents, creating a new document category, or creating a single page, we can see this option.

    In the document, category, or single-page editing interface, after entering the title, the system will usually automatically generate a default URL alias based on the pinyin. This alias will directly affect the pseudo-static rules.{filename}or{catname}The value of the variable. We can manually modify these aliases according to SEO requirements to include target keywords while keeping them concise and meaningful.

    For example, an article about the 'AnQi CMS URL Rewrite Tutorial', its automatically generated{filename}may beanqicms-weijingtai-jiaocheng. We can modify it toanqicms-seo-url-guide, making it more readable in English and relevant to keywords.

    It should be emphasized that the custom URL alias must be unique throughout the entire website.If the manually set alias already exists, the system will automatically add a random number at the end to ensure its uniqueness.

The collaborative effect of pseudo-static rules and content management

The optimization of pseudo-static functions is not a one-time solution, it needs to be closely integrated with daily content management work.

  • Considerations when publishing content:When writing articles, releasing products, or creating pages, we should always pay attention to the 'Custom URL' field, ensuring it contains the target keywords, and has an appropriate length and is easy to understand.
  • 301 Redirect:If the URL structure of the website changes, or a page is deleted or merged, the 301 redirect feature of Anqi CMS is particularly important.By precisely setting up 301 redirects, we can smoothly transfer the weight of old URLs to new URLs, avoiding fluctuations in search engine收录 and user access to 404 errors, thus maintaining the SEO assets of the website.

**Practical Tips and Considerations

To maximize the SEO benefits brought by pseudo-static functions, here are some suggestions and precautions:

  • Keep the URL concise:Avoid long, redundant URLs; they should be easy to understand and remember like phrases.
  • Reasonably embed keywords:Include highly relevant keywords in the URL, but avoid over-stacking and maintain a natural flow.
  • Unified URL case:Suggest that all URLs use lowercase letters to avoid potential duplicate content issues and confusion.
  • Avoid Chinese characters in URLs:Although Anqi CMS supports Chinese pinyin as aliases, it is recommended to use English words as URL aliases for better compatibility and readability.
  • Stability first:Once the website goes live and is indexed by search engines, avoid frequent changes to the URL structure. If a change is indeed necessary, be sure to use 301 redirects to guide search engines and users.
  • Comprehensive test:Any modification to the pseudo-static rule may affect the access to the website.After applying the new rules, be sure to thoroughly test all links on the website, including the homepage, category pages, detail pages, search results pages, etc., to ensure that all pages can be accessed normally.

With the powerful static file feature provided by A security CMS, and combined with meticulous content management and SEO practice, we can build a URL environment that is extremely friendly to search engines and users. This lays a solid foundation for better visibility and ranking for the website in the fiercely competitive online space.

Common Questions (FAQ)

Q1: After modifying the static rule, what should I do if some pages of the website cannot be opened?

A1: If the page cannot be accessed after modifying the pseudo-static rule, first check if the syntax of the new rule is correct, whether there are spelling errors or logical conflicts.In the "Static Rules" page of the AnQi CMS backend, each rule's configuration is very important, and any minor error can cause the page to fail to parse.Also, if you use web servers such as Nginx or Apache, make sure that the rewrite module of the server is enabled, and the rewrite rules generated by the CMS are correctly configured on the server.The most direct way to troubleshoot is to temporarily switch back to the default pseudo-static rules built into the Aanq CMS for testing. If the default rules work fine, it indicates that the issue lies with your custom rules and requires careful checking and adjustment.

Q2: When customizing the URL, is it better to use pinyin or English?

A2: From the perspective of SEO and user experience, it is usually recommended to use English words as custom URL aliases.English words are more universal, search engines have a more accurate understanding of their semantics, and users are also more likely to recognize and remember them.Although pinyin is common on Chinese websites, it can lead to excessively long URLs and poor readability in non-Chinese contexts.If your website is mainly aimed at domestic users, pinyin is an acceptable choice, but it is still recommended to use short and explicit pinyin as much as possible.If the website has internationalization needs, an English alias is a better choice.

Q3: Is it okay for pseudo-static URLs to contain Chinese characters?

A3: The URL alias system of AnQi CMS usually converts Chinese characters to pinyin, or you can manually enter an English alias.But directly including Chinese characters in the URL, although technically some browsers and servers may support it (will be automatically URL encoded), it is not recommended.Encoding Chinese characters into URLs can make them very long and difficult to read, and there may be compatibility issues in different environments, which is not conducive to user sharing and search engine crawling.Therefore, it is strongly recommended to avoid using Chinese characters directly in pseudo-static URLs, and instead use their English translations or pinyin.