In Webflow, why can't I edit the slug if the userpages section has the words and slug "log-in"?

Published on
September 22, 2023

In Webflow, the slug for a collection item cannot be edited if the userpages section already has the words and slug "log-in." This is because Webflow uses the slug to create unique URLs for each item in a collection. The slug is automatically generated based on the title of the collection item, but it can be manually edited for customization.

However, when the userpages section has a predefined slug, such as "log-in," it is considered a reserved word. Webflow prevents users from editing the slug in order to avoid conflicts and maintain consistency in URL structure.

To work around this limitation and still achieve custom slugs, you can create a separate collection or utilize a different naming convention for your userpages section. By changing the name or using a different word for the reserved slug, you'll be able to manually edit the slug for individual collection items within that section.

Remember to consider the impact of SEO when choosing slugs for your website. Descriptive, keyword-rich slugs can improve your website's visibility in search engine results pages.

To summarize, if the userpages section in Webflow has the words and slug "log-in," you cannot edit the slug for individual collection items. This is due to the reserved nature of the slug in that particular section. However, you can create a separate collection or use a different naming convention to achieve custom slugs for your userpages.