How do I fix a 404 error when trying to redirect from a .html version of a blog post URL to the normal version in Webflow?

A 404 error occurs when a requested page cannot be found. If you're trying to redirect from a .html version of a blog post URL to the normal version in Webflow, you need to set up a 301 redirect in your project settings. Here’s how to fix it:

1. Identify the Incorrect URL

• Check if users are accessing blog posts with a .html suffix (e.g., /blog-post.html instead of /blog-post).
• Try visiting both versions of the link to confirm the 404 error occurs for the .html version.

2. Add a 301 Redirect in Webflow

• Go to Webflow Project Settings > Click the "Publishing" tab.
• Scroll down to the "301 Redirects" section.
• In the "Old Path" field, enter the incorrect URL with .html (e.g., /blog-post.html).
• In the "Redirect To" field, enter the correct URL without .html (e.g., /blog-post).
• Click "Add Redirect", then "Save Changes".

3. Redirect .html for All Blog Posts (Optional)

• If multiple blog posts have the same issue, use a wildcard redirect:
• Old Path: /blog/(.*).html
• Redirect To: /blog/%1
• This ensures any blog post ending in .html automatically redirects to its Webflow-friendly URL.

4. Publish and Test

• Click "Publish" to make the changes live.
• Visit a .html blog post URL and confirm it redirects properly to the version without .html.
• If issues persist, clear your browser cache or test in an incognito window.

Summary

Add a 301 redirect in Webflow’s settings to redirect .html blog URLs to their correct paths. If multiple blog posts are affected, use a wildcard redirect for efficiency. Finally, publish and test to ensure it works correctly.