Problems with SEF URLs and routing in Joomla 3

Problems with SEF URLs and routing in Joomla 3

SEF URLs in Joomla 3 are a powerful feature to improve SEO and readability, but they often become a source of problems. Users frequently report 404 errors, redirect loops or duplicate URLs that confuse search engines and hurt website ranking. Misconfigured .htaccess files can make the situation even worse, blocking access to certain pages.

Common causes of SEF issues

The most common reasons for SEF URL errors include:

• incorrect configuration in Joomla’s SEO panel;
• conflicts between third-party extensions and the routing system;
• mistakes in the .htaccess file;
• updates that change the internal URL structure.

Trying to solve these errors manually without proper knowledge often leads to more serious issues and site downtime.

Why you should act carefully

A broken SEF URL system doesn’t just hurt user experience—it can also cause a major drop in organic traffic. Search engines may fail to index pages correctly, leading to ranking losses and visibility problems.

👉 If your Joomla 3 site shows 404 errors or infinite redirects, don’t take risks: contact me for help. I can restore a stable and SEO-friendly URL structure quickly and safely.

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Autore: Graziano De Maio | Titolare di Gdmtech