Are you experiencing difficulties with creating functional links on your website in Webflow?

Published on
September 22, 2023

If you're having trouble creating functional links on your website in Webflow, there are a few things you can check and troubleshoot. Here are some tips to ensure your links work correctly:

  1. Check the link type: Make sure you are using the correct link type for your desired functionality. Webflow provides various types of links, such as page links, external links, and anchor links.

  2. Page links: To create a link to another page within your website, select the element you want to turn into a link and go to the link settings in the right panel. Choose the "Page" option and select the page you want to link to from the dropdown menu.

  3. External links: If you want to create a link to an external website, select the element, go to the link settings, and choose the "External URL" option. Enter the full URL, including the "http://" or "https://" prefix, to ensure the link works properly.

  4. Anchor links: Anchor links are used to link to specific sections within a page. To create an anchor link, first, add an ID attribute to the section you want to link to. Then, create a link to the anchor by selecting the element, going to the link settings, and choosing the "Page" option. Instead of selecting a page from the dropdown, scroll down and select the desired anchor ID from the "Link to section" dropdown menu.

  5. Check for typos and errors: Double-check the URL or page name you entered for the link to ensure there are no typos or errors. Even a small mistake can cause the link to break.

  6. Publish your changes: After creating or updating your links, be sure to publish your changes for them to take effect on the live website. Sometimes, changes made in the Webflow Designer are not reflected on the published site until you hit the "Publish" button.

By following these troubleshooting tips, you should be able to create functional links on your website in Webflow.

Additional Questions:

  1. How do I create a link to an external website in Webflow?
  2. What are anchor links and how do I create them in Webflow?
  3. Why aren't my links working in Webflow?