This plugin tries to detect duplicate post titles and displays a warning when it detects an exact match.
Author: | hasan movahed (profile at wordpress.org) |
WordPress version required: | 5.0 |
WordPress version tested: | 6.7.2 |
Plugin version: | 1.6 |
Added to WordPress repository: | 08-10-2014 |
Last updated: | 17-01-2025 |
Rating, %: | 100 |
Rated by: | 4 |
Plugin URI: | |
Total downloads: | 10 728 |
Active installs: | 500+ |
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Duplicate Title Validator is a robust WordPress plugin designed to ensure the uniqueness of post titles across all post types and taxonomies. By preventing duplicate titles, this plugin enhances both SEO and user experience. Whether you use Gutenberg or the Classic Editor, it seamlessly integrates to maintain title uniqueness.
Key Features
- Comprehensive Duplicate Detection: Scans all post types (including custom ones) and taxonomies to identify duplicate titles.
- Clear Warning Messages: Provides detailed error notifications specifying the source of duplication.
- Draft Mode for Duplicates: Automatically saves posts with duplicate titles as drafts to prevent accidental publishing.
- URL Slug Reminder: Prompts users to verify and update the URL slug for consistency.
- Localization Support: Fully translated into English and Persian, with options to add other languages.
- Editor Compatibility: Functions smoothly with both Gutenberg and Classic Editor.
New in Version 1.6
- Restructured Plugin Architecture: The plugin has been rebuilt for better performance, scalability, and maintainability.
- Previously Used Titles Display: Now you can view titles that have been used before, helping you avoid unintentional duplication.
- Dashboard Widget for Similar Titles: A new dashboard widget identifies similar or potentially duplicate titles based on advanced rules, allowing you to review and edit them easily.
- Enhanced Editor Compatibility: Improved integration with both Gutenberg and Classic Editor for a seamless editing experience.
Translators
- Persian (fa_IR): Hasan Movahed
- English (en_US): Noumaan Yaqoob
License
This plugin is licensed under the GPLv2 or later license.
Contributing
Contributions are welcome! Fork the repository and submit a pull request. Ensure your code adheres to WordPress coding standards and includes thorough documentation.
Support
For assistance, visit the WordPress.org support forum.
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