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title: "How to Hide Author URL in WordPress?"
url: https://nexterwp.com/docs/hide-author-url-in-wordpress/
date: 2025-05-26
modified: 2026-04-14
author: "Aditya Sharma"
description: "Do you want to hide the author URL in your WordPress site? By default, WordPress creates author archive pages and links to them using a URL. While useful in some..."
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# How to Hide Author URL in WordPress?

## Key Takeaways

- Nexter Extension (Pro) allows users to hide author URLs in WordPress sites.
- Enabling the Hide Author URLs for Security toggle replaces the author name with a number in the URL.
- Accessing the author URL by typing the author's name results in a 404 error.

Do you want to hide the author URL in your WordPress site? By default, WordPress creates author archive pages and links to them using a URL. While useful in some cases, these URLs can expose usernames and create potential security risks.

With the Nexter Extension (Free) and Nexter Extension (Pro) plugins, you can easily hide the author URL in your WordPress site.

[LIVE EXTENSION LINK](https://nexterwp.com/nexter-extensions/advanced-wordpress-security/)

 

## Learn via Video Tutorial

https://youtu.be/vy2tZnM6HaU?t=784

## How to Hide Author URL with the Nexter Extension Pro?

To hide author URLs with the Nexter Extension Pro plugin, from the WordPress Dashboard, go to **Nexter **>** Extensions** > **Security**.

Then go to the **Advanced Security **section, enable the toggle and then click on the gear icon (⚙).

![](https://nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/advanced-security-settings-new-1.png)

It will open the Advanced Security popup, then enable the **Hide Author URLs for Security** toggle, and click the **Save** button.

![](https://nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/hide-author-urls-for-security.png)

Now, in the author URL, instead of the author name, it will show a number. If someone tries to access the URL by typing the author's name, it will show a 404 error.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: What if the Nexter Extension Pro toggle doesn't save my settings?**
A: If the toggle for hiding author URLs in the Nexter Extension Pro doesn't save, ensure that you have the latest version of the plugin installed. Sometimes, caching issues can prevent settings from being applied correctly. Clear your site cache and browser cache, then try saving again. If the problem persists, check for conflicts with other plugins that may affect the settings.

**Q: Are there any limitations when hiding author URLs?**
A: One limitation when hiding author URLs is that it may affect how users navigate to author archive pages. If users are accustomed to accessing author pages via their names, they will encounter 404 errors instead. This could lead to confusion, so it's essential to inform your audience about the change in URL structure.

**Q: What is the best practice for hiding author URLs in WordPress?**
A: The best practice for hiding author URLs is to use the Nexter Extension Pro plugin, as it provides a straightforward way to manage this setting. Make sure to enable the 'Hide Author URLs for Security' toggle in the Advanced Security section. Regularly review your site's security settings to ensure that hiding author URLs aligns with your overall security strategy.

**Q: Does hiding author URLs impact SEO or site performance?**
A: Hiding author URLs generally does not have a significant negative impact on SEO or site performance. In fact, it can enhance security by preventing unauthorized access to author pages. Since NexterWP products, including the Nexter Extension, are designed to be lightweight, they should not slow down your site. However, always monitor your site's performance after making changes.