Why is the page URL doubling up and causing a 404 error in Webflow?

When encountering a situation where the page URL is doubling up and causing a 404 error in Webflow, there are a few potential causes and solutions to consider.

1. Unwanted Redirects: The doubling up of the page URL could be due to an unwanted redirect. Check if there are any redirect rules set up incorrectly that are causing the issue. In Webflow, you can manage redirects in the Project Settings > Hosting tab. Make sure there are no conflicting redirects or incorrect configurations that are leading to the doubling up of the page URL.

2. URL Rewrite Conflicts: If you have custom URL rewriting or routing rules set up, it's possible that conflicts between different rules are causing the 404 error. Check if there are any conflicting URL rewrite rules that are interfering with the correct resolution of the page URL. Review the routing configuration and ensure that it aligns with the intended URL structure.

3. CMS Slug Overrides: In Webflow's CMS, the slug field in the Collection settings allows you to manually define the URL for individual collection items. If the URL doubling is happening on CMS pages, ensure that no conflicting slugs or duplicate slug names exist. Duplicate slugs can result in the 404 error when resolving the URL, as the system cannot determine which page to display.

4. Broken Links or References: Double-check if there are any broken links or references within your website's content that might be leading to the incorrect URL structure. This could be caused by outdated links or references pointing to non-existent pages. Use Webflow's built-in link checker tool or a third-party link checker to identify and fix any broken links.

5. Custom Code or Third-Party Integrations: If you have custom code or third-party integrations on your Webflow site, such as JavaScript libraries or APIs, they could be responsible for the doubling up of the page URL. Review your custom code and integrations to ensure they are not interfering with the proper functioning of Webflow's routing system.

If none of these suggestions resolve the issue, it would be helpful to provide more specific details or contact Webflow support for further assistance. They can investigate the problem and provide tailored solutions based on the specific circumstances of your website.