How do I migrate from subdomain to subdirectory managing the permalink structure

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       How do I migrate from sub domain to sub directory managing the permalink structure?

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Jeya vinoth.J
Desss Inc


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Migrating from a subdomain to a subdirectory while managing the permalink structure can be a complex process, but here are some general steps to help guide you:

1. Plan the migration: Before making any changes, carefully plan your migration strategy. Assess the impact on SEO, user experience, and any other relevant factors.

2. Set up the subdirectory: Create the desired subdirectory structure on your server. This will serve as the new location for your content.

3. Redirect old URLs: To ensure that old subdomain URLs are properly redirected to the new subdirectory URLs, set up 301 redirects at the server level. This helps preserve search engine rankings and ensures that visitors are directed to the right pages.

4. Update internal links: Review all internal links within your website and update them to reflect the new subdirectory structure. This includes links in navigation menus, footer, sidebar, and any other internal linking systems.

5. Update external links: If possible, reach out to external websites linking to your content and ask them to update their links. Alternatively, consider using a redirect plugin or service to automatically redirect old external links to their corresponding new subdirectory URLs.

6. Test and monitor: After completing the migration, thoroughly test all links and functionality on your website to ensure everything is working as intended. Monitor your website's performance and search engine rankings in the following weeks to address any unexpected issues.

7. Preserve URL structure: If possible, try to maintain the same URL structure as your old subdomain when moving to the new subdirectory. This helps with SEO and ensures that any external links or bookmarks pointing to specific pages on your site continue to work.

8. Update sitemaps: Update your XML sitemap to reflect the new subdirectory structure. This helps search engines discover and crawl your updated URLs more efficiently.

9. Set up canonical tags: Implement canonical tags on your new subdirectory URLs, referencing the old subdomain URLs. This tells search engines that the new URLs are the preferred versions, helping to consolidate duplicate content and preserve SEO rankings.

10. Configure server settings: Adjust your server settings to handle the migration properly. For example, ensure that your server is configured to allow the new subdirectory URLs and that they are indexed by search engines.

11. Monitor crawl errors: Keep an eye on your website's crawl errors using tools like Google Search Console. Address any issues promptly, such as broken links or incorrect redirects, to ensure search engines can properly index and rank your updated content.

12. Inform users: Notify your audience about the change in URL structure, especially if they had bookmarked or shared specific pages from your old subdomain. Consider adding a notice on your website, sending out emails, or posting on social media to inform them of the migration and provide instructions on how to find the content in the new subdirectory.
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