{"id":98789,"date":"2026-02-23T07:59:12","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T07:59:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/how-to-create-anchor-links-in-wordpress\/"},"modified":"2026-02-23T07:59:33","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T07:59:33","slug":"how-to-create-anchor-links-in-wordpress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/en-in\/how-to-create-anchor-links-in-wordpress\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Create Anchor Links in WordPress (Jump Links)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key highlights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Discover how to add an anchor link in WordPress to make site navigation smoother.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow steps on how to create anchor links in WordPress with editors or plugins.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use WordPress anchor links to build a table of contents for long-form articles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply HTML anchor WordPress techniques for precise jump links and unique IDs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn how to add a hyperlink in WordPress and when to use anchor links instead.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>As a business owner,&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;always looking for ways to improve user satisfaction on your WordPress website. The next metric in your sights: Your bounce rate.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A high bounce rate might not be a reason to panic.&nbsp;Across most industries,&nbsp;bounce rates commonly fall between about 40% and 60%. For eCommerce specifically,&nbsp;the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.opensend.com\/post\/bounce-rate-ecommerce\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">typical range is&nbsp;roughly 30%&nbsp;&#8211; 55%<\/a>,&nbsp;depending on traffic and site type.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance,&nbsp;maybe your&nbsp;website is so well-designed that users quickly get the information they need and leave. This still counts as a bounce.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But too many bounces could also&nbsp;indicate&nbsp;a poorly laid-out website,&nbsp;so&nbsp;it\u2019s&nbsp;a good idea&nbsp;to improve this metric as much as possible.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Enhancing user experience (UX) is a surefire way to bring down your bounce rate and adding anchor links&nbsp;in&nbsp;WordPress is one surprisingly impactful way to do this.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With simple steps, you can\u00a0learn how to create anchor links in WordPress. You can\u00a0even\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/blog-wordpress-editor\/\">use the WordPress editor<\/a>\u00a0to create jump links that improve your site\u2019s navigation.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"text-align: center; margin: 30px 0;\"> \n\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/contact\"  \n\n       style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; gap: 10px; max-width: 280px; width: 100%; height: 56px; background: #196bde; color: #FFFFFF; font-family: 'Montserrat', sans-serif; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 700; font-style: normal; line-height: 26px; border: none; border-radius: 26px; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none; padding: 15px 24px; transition: background-color 0.2s ease;\" \n\n       onmouseover=\"this.style.background='#4745B8'\"  \n\n       onmouseout=\"this.style.background='#196bde'\"> \n\n        <span style=\"font-size: 20px; line-height: 1;\">\ud83d\udcac<\/span> \n\n        <span>Chat with an Expert<\/span> \n\n    <\/a> \n\n<\/div> \n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-a-hyperlink\">What is a hyperlink?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Hyperlink-Anatomy.png\" alt=\"Hyperlink-Anatomy\" class=\"wp-image-266320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Hyperlink-Anatomy.png 1920w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Hyperlink-Anatomy-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Hyperlink-Anatomy-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Hyperlink-Anatomy-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Hyperlink-Anatomy-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Hyperlink-Anatomy-480x270.png 480w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Hyperlink-Anatomy-1000x563.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Hyperlink-Anatomy-1120x630.png 1120w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Before we talk more about WordPress anchor links, we need to look at what a hyperlink is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You probably already know about these links: colored or underlined text that, when clicked, transports you to another webpage. These are differentiated by internal links, which link to the same WordPress site and external links, which link to a separate website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The anatomy of a hyperlink includes the visible text, known as the anchor text and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/what-is-a-url-best-practices-seo\/\">Uniform Resource Locator<\/a> (URL) it links to. For example, in the phrase \u201cvisit Bluehost for fast web hosting,\u201d the underlined phrase \u201cvisit Bluehost\u201d is the anchor text.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In HyperText Markup Language (HTML), that hyperlink would look like this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>&lt;a href=&#8221;https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/&#8221;&gt;visit Bluehost&lt;\/a&gt; <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just like learning how to add a hyperlink in WordPress, understanding hyperlinks is the first step toward using HTML anchor WordPress tags effectively when creating jump links.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-an-anchor-link\">What is an anchor link?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Anchor links in WordPress, often called page jumps or jump links, can help users quickly navigate a page. Unlike internal and external links, WordPress anchor links keep you on the same page while moving you to a specific section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The anatomy of an anchor link is very similar to that of a typical hyperlink. While we&#8217;ll go in-depth into how to create anchor links in WordPress manually later, here is an example of anchor links in action from our article about how to structure a website:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"936\" height=\"518\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Sample-Anchor-Link.png\" alt=\"An example of an anchor link in action.\" class=\"wp-image-49954\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Sample-Anchor-Link.png 936w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Sample-Anchor-Link-300x166.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Sample-Anchor-Link-768x425.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Sample-Anchor-Link-24x13.png 24w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Sample-Anchor-Link-36x20.png 36w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Sample-Anchor-Link-48x27.png 48w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Example of an anchor link<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a simple example that shows how anchor links WordPress uses for smooth page navigation work. An anchor link starts with an HTML element that includes a unique ID. For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>&lt;h2 id=\"features-section\"&gt;Key Features&lt;\/h2&gt;<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>This ID becomes the anchor link slug that your hyperlink connects to. Next, you add the clickable link text:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>&lt;a href=\"#features-section\"&gt;Jump to Features&lt;\/a&gt;<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>When users click this hyperlink anchor, the browser performs a quick page jump to the \u201cKey Features\u201d section on the current page. This is the same technique used in tables of contents, skip links and custom links inside the WordPress editor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By assigning a unique ID and linking to it with a hashtag, you can easily add anchor links anywhere in a text block, paragraph or other HTML element to improve navigation and user experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/how-to-design-a-web-page-a-simple-guide-for-beginners\/\">How to Design a Web Page<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-should-you-use-anchor-links\">Why should you use anchor links?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Including anchor links in WordPress articles and pages is a small change, but it can have a significant impact. Here are just a few of the benefits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Improved UX: <\/strong>Anchor links streamline WordPress site\u2019s navigation menus and organization, enabling users to find whatever they&#8217;re looking for quickly. Good UX satisfies visitors and increases the chance they&#8217;ll stay on your website.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Increased engagement: <\/strong>Frustrated users struggling to get around your website tend to bounce. Even if it takes one second too long to find what they\u2019re looking for, they may leave. Anchor links allow them to quickly and easily find what they want without scrolling through the entire article, which keeps them engaged.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Better search engine optimization (SEO): <\/strong>Anchor links are vital in organizing your page in a way that search engines understand. <a href=\"https:\/\/developers.google.com\/search\/blog\/2008\/10\/importance-of-link-architecture\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Descriptive anchor text<\/a> can improve SEO by telling Google what your page is about. Additionally, your anchor links may appear along the bottom of your Google Search result, giving you more opportunities to get clicks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"634\" height=\"169\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Anchor-Links-in-Google-SERPs.png\" alt=\"Anchor links can sometimes appear beneath a regular result in Google search engine results pages (SERPs).\" class=\"wp-image-49947\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Anchor-Links-in-Google-SERPs.png 634w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Anchor-Links-in-Google-SERPs-300x80.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Anchor-Links-in-Google-SERPs-24x6.png 24w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Anchor-Links-in-Google-SERPs-36x10.png 36w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Anchor-Links-in-Google-SERPs-48x13.png 48w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Accessibility and responsiveness:<\/strong> Navigational aids can greatly help those who need them. People who use screen readers and other assistive devices will find your website more accessible when you use when you add anchor links. They even help visitors on smaller mobile screens navigate a long page with ease.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote\"><blockquote><p>In short, anchor links increase engagement and user satisfaction, potentially leading to more time spent browsing your website and a lowered bounce rate.<\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-pros-and-cons-of-anchor-links\">What are the pros and cons of anchor links?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The table below highlights the main advantages and disadvantages of using anchor links WordPress&nbsp;supports for&nbsp;better navigation,&nbsp;SEO&nbsp;and usability.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Pros<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>Cons<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Improves navigation and UX&nbsp;by helping users quickly jump to relevant sections using page jump actions.&nbsp;<\/td><td>Broken anchors&nbsp;can occur if IDs are changed or&nbsp;deleted, leading to a poor user experience.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Enhances SEO&nbsp;when descriptive link text is used, giving search engines a clear structure of your page.&nbsp;<\/td><td>Cluttered URLs&nbsp;may appear if anchor link slugs are long or inconsistent.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Helps readers skim long articles more easily using tables of contents, skip links and custom links.&nbsp;<\/td><td>Can cause&nbsp;responsiveness issues, especially when sticky headers or theme scripts block the scroll position.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Works across the WordPress editor, content editor and manually created HTML elements.&nbsp;<\/td><td>Overusing anchor links may overwhelm visitors on short pages.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Lets&nbsp;you manually create anchor links or&nbsp;link&nbsp;to different pages using full URLs plus an anchor slug.&nbsp;<\/td><td>Requires regular testing to ensure all website anchors still function after content updates&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Anchor links improve navigation, enhance user experience and support SEO when used strategically. However, overuse,&nbsp;broken IDs or poor implementation can create clutter and technical issues, so they must be tested and&nbsp;maintained&nbsp;properly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-when-should-you-use-anchor-links\">When should you use anchor links?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Not sure where to add anchor links in WordPress? Here are a few ideas:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Table of contents (ToC):<\/strong> On long pages broken up with various headings, such as articles, it&#8217;s a good idea to have a table of contents. You can add anchor links automatically using plugins like Easy Table of Contents or insert them manually to let users jump to specific sections.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lists and indexes:<\/strong> If your page includes FAQs or indexes with multiple entries, you can use anchor link select options to help readers move quickly to their chosen section.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Back to top\/bottom:<\/strong> A quick link that jumps users to the top or bottom of the single page is often appreciated, especially if you don\u2019t have a menu or a sticky header, which stays in place as they scroll.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Jump to call to action (CTA):<\/strong> Direct users to essential CTAs. For example, let users jump right to your contact form.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Landing pages:<\/strong> On landing pages or one-page websites, WordPress anchor links are essential for a smooth site\u2019s navigation experience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-challenges-of-using-anchor-links\">Challenges of using anchor links<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While anchor links in WordPress are handy, you must implement them properly or risk impacting UX, SEO and accessibility. Look out for these potential issues:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Damaged SEO: <\/strong>Links are essential to SEO and anchor links are no exception. However, they need to be structured correctly so search engines understand your content. Poorly written anchor text, uncrawlable code or incorrect use of the id attribute could hurt rankings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>URL clutter:<\/strong> Poorly set up and organized anchor links can clutter the URL. Always use a unique identifier for each anchor link to keep things clean and user-friendly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Accessibility issues:<\/strong> While jump links can help with accessibility, they could be a hindrance if you don\u2019t implement them in line with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/WAI\/standards-guidelines\/wcag\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Web Content Accessibility Guidelines <\/a>(WCAG). For example, you may want to add a \u201cskip navigation\u201d link that allows users with screen readers to jump right to the main page content.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Poor responsiveness:<\/strong> Jump links may function differently on different devices. Always test them on desktop and mobile for a smooth site\u2019s navigation experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Broken links: <\/strong>Updating jump links when adding or removing sections to your content is important to avoid broken links and bad UX.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Technical issues: <\/strong>Jump links can introduce problems like conflicting scrolling behavior leading to visual glitches or page elements like sticky headers covering part of the content.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Anchor link overuse:<\/strong> While anchor links can be helpful, using them on short pages that don\u2019t need them or adding too many on one page can become overwhelming.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Luckily, many of these issues have easy fixes. Keep them in mind as you add anchor links in WordPress to your content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/in\/blog\/seo-basics\/\">Beginner\u2019s Guide to Higher Rankings &amp; Organic Traffic<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-create-anchor-links-in-wordpress\">How to create anchor links in WordPress?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are several ways to add anchor links in WordPress, from creating them manually with HTML to simply using the built-in editors. Here are several tutorials to walk you through it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-1-create-anchor-links-in-the-gutenberg-block-editor\">Method 1: Create anchor links in the Gutenberg Block Editor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>First, let\u2019s create an anchor link using the Gutenberg Block Editor, step by step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-1-add-the-block-you-want-to-jump-to\">Step 1: Add the block you want to jump to<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This can be a heading, paragraph block, image or anything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1490\" height=\"751\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Wordpress-Anchor-ID-Attributes.png\" alt=\"You can use the Block Editor to add anchor ID attributes in WordPress.\" class=\"wp-image-49956\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Wordpress-Anchor-ID-Attributes.png 1490w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Wordpress-Anchor-ID-Attributes-300x151.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Wordpress-Anchor-ID-Attributes-1024x516.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Wordpress-Anchor-ID-Attributes-768x387.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Wordpress-Anchor-ID-Attributes-24x12.png 24w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Wordpress-Anchor-ID-Attributes-36x18.png 36w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Wordpress-Anchor-ID-Attributes-48x24.png 48w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-2-open-the-settings-tab-and-click-the-advanced-dropdown\">Step 2: Open the Settings tab and click the Advanced dropdown<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>You can find the <strong>Settings<\/strong> tab in the top-right corner and the <strong>Advanced<\/strong> dropdown in the open panel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-3-find-the-html-anchor-input-box\">Step 3: Find the HTML Anchor input box<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Enter a unique identifier (an id attribute) in this box. For example, \u201cfeatures\u201d or \u201cabout-section.\u201d This will be the anchor name that appears in your URL.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Type in a name in the HTML anchor box, making sure it\u2019s unique from any other anchor on the page. You also can use some symbols, like hyphens and periods. Remember that this will appear in the URL when the anchor link is clicked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-4-link-to-your-anchor\">Step 4: Link to your anchor<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To do this, add the text, image or button that will become your clickable jump link.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Highlight it, select the link button and type in the HTML anchor you set before, with a hashtag in front. If your anchor tag was \u201cexample,\u201d type in \u201c#example.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1209\" height=\"697\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Block-Editor-Anchor-Links.png\" alt=\"You can create anchor links in WordPress using the Block Editor.\" class=\"wp-image-49948\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Block-Editor-Anchor-Links.png 1209w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Block-Editor-Anchor-Links-300x173.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Block-Editor-Anchor-Links-1024x590.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Block-Editor-Anchor-Links-768x443.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Block-Editor-Anchor-Links-24x14.png 24w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Block-Editor-Anchor-Links-36x21.png 36w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Block-Editor-Anchor-Links-48x28.png 48w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Test it out in a preview and you should jump instantly to the anchor point you set.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-2-add-anchor-links-in-the-classic-editor\">Method 2: Add anchor links in the Classic Editor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prefer the Classic Editor, creating anchor links in WordPress here is also possible. The process is a little more involved but still relatively simple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-1-switch-to-the-text-editor\">Step 1: Switch to the Text editor<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>In the top-right corner of the editing area, you\u2019ll see two tabs, <strong>Visual<\/strong> and <strong>Text<\/strong>. Click <strong>Text<\/strong> to switch over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-2-add-the-anchor-id\">Step 2: Add the anchor ID<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Find the element you wish to jump to. In this example, we\u2019re using a heading that looks like this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code><strong>&lt;h2&gt;Anchor Link 2&lt;\/h2&gt; <\/strong><\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>Add an \u201cid\u201d tag with the desired name for the anchor. Here\u2019s how it should look:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code><strong>&lt;h2 id=\"anchor-link-two\"&gt;Anchor Link 2&lt;\/h2&gt; <\/strong><\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1336\" height=\"567\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Classic-Editor-Anchor-ID-Tag.png\" alt=\"You\u2019ll need to add the anchor ID tag via HTML in the Classic Editor.\" class=\"wp-image-49949\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Classic-Editor-Anchor-ID-Tag.png 1336w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Classic-Editor-Anchor-ID-Tag-300x127.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Classic-Editor-Anchor-ID-Tag-1024x435.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Classic-Editor-Anchor-ID-Tag-768x326.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Classic-Editor-Anchor-ID-Tag-24x10.png 24w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Classic-Editor-Anchor-ID-Tag-36x15.png 36w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Classic-Editor-Anchor-ID-Tag-48x20.png 48w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use this ID tag similarly in most HTML attributes. Here\u2019s how it would look in a typical paragraph.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code><strong>&lt;p id=\"anchor-link-two\"&gt;Anchor Link 2&lt;\/p&gt; <\/strong><\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-3-link-to-your-anchor\">Step 3: Link to your anchor<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Switch back to the <strong>Visual<\/strong> editor and add the element users will click on to jump to the desired section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Highlight it, select the link button and then type in the anchor ID you set before, plus a hashtag. In this example, we type in \u201c#anchor-link-two.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1325\" height=\"582\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Add-Anchor-Tag-Classic-Editor.png\" alt=\"Adding an anchor link in the Classic Editor is the same as adding a regular link.\" class=\"wp-image-49945\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Add-Anchor-Tag-Classic-Editor.png 1325w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Add-Anchor-Tag-Classic-Editor-300x132.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Add-Anchor-Tag-Classic-Editor-1024x450.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Add-Anchor-Tag-Classic-Editor-768x337.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Add-Anchor-Tag-Classic-Editor-24x11.png 24w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Add-Anchor-Tag-Classic-Editor-36x16.png 36w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Add-Anchor-Tag-Classic-Editor-48x21.png 48w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like with the Gutenberg editor, use the preview screen to test it out and ensure it\u2019s working.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-3-create-anchor-links-manually-with-html\">Method 3: Create anchor links manually with HTML<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Similarly to the above example, you can use HTML to create an anchor link directly. Here\u2019s how you do it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-1-create-an-anchor-tag\">Step 1: Create an anchor tag<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>First, name the anchor. You can do this with the HTML \u201cid\u201d tag, which can be placed almost anywhere. Here are a few examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code><strong>\u2022 &lt;a id=\"anchor-example\"&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;\n\u2022 &lt;h1 id=\"anchor-example\"&gt;Heading example&lt;\/h1&gt;\n\u2022 &lt;p id=\"anchor-example\"&gt;Example text.&lt;\/p&gt;\n\u2022 &lt;span id=\"anchor-example\"&gt;&lt;\/span&gt;<\/strong><\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-2-link-to-the-anchor-tag\">Step 2: Link to the anchor tag<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Create a link that will jump to the anchor you specified when clicked. Make sure to use a hashtag symbol in front of the ID. An example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code><strong>&lt;a href=\"#anchor-example\"&gt;Example link.&lt;\/a&gt; <\/strong><\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-3-insert-the-html-code\">Step 3. Insert the HTML code<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>WordPress allows you to edit HTML in various areas across your website and WordPress plugins may offer even more options. We already covered how to get to HTML in the Classic Editor. There are a few more ways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can edit HTML in the Block Editor by adding a block, selecting it, clicking the three vertical dots and selecting <strong>Edit as HTML.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1209\" height=\"705\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Anchor-ID-HTML-Edit.png\" alt=\"You can edit HTML within the Block Editor to add anchor IDs.\" class=\"wp-image-49946\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Anchor-ID-HTML-Edit.png 1209w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Anchor-ID-HTML-Edit-300x175.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Anchor-ID-HTML-Edit-1024x597.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Anchor-ID-HTML-Edit-768x448.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Anchor-ID-HTML-Edit-24x14.png 24w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Anchor-ID-HTML-Edit-36x21.png 36w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Anchor-ID-HTML-Edit-48x28.png 48w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also open the Code Editor by clicking the three vertical dots in the top-right corner of the screen and choosing the editor from the dropdown menu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1511\" height=\"883\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Access-Code-Editor.png\" alt=\"You can access the Code Editor within the Block Editor, too.\" class=\"wp-image-49944\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Access-Code-Editor.png 1511w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Access-Code-Editor-300x175.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Access-Code-Editor-1024x598.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Access-Code-Editor-768x449.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Access-Code-Editor-24x14.png 24w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Access-Code-Editor-36x21.png 36w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Access-Code-Editor-48x28.png 48w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, you can edit theme HTML by navigating to <strong>Tools<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Theme file editor<\/strong>, though it\u2019s not recommended you edit this directly. Instead, you can set up a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/working-with-child-themes-in-wordpress-bluehost\/\">child theme<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-4-add-anchor-links-to-a-wordpress-menu-item\">Method 4: Add anchor links to a WordPress menu item<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s also possible to add anchor links to a WordPress menu. These will work just like any other jump link. The use of this is somewhat limited, but you may find it helpful on one-page websites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Combining this with the <a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/conditional-menus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Conditional Menus<\/a> plugin allows you to create menus with anchor links on specific pages, like your homepage or landing pages. Here\u2019s how to set it up:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-1-create-an-anchor-id\">Step 1. Create an anchor ID<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>See the instructions above for how to create an anchor link manually. Find the heading, text or image you wish to jump to and add the anchor ID attribute using HTML.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-2-add-anchor-link-to-menu\">Step 2. Add anchor link to menu<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>In the WordPress dashboard, navigate to <strong>Appearance<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Menus<\/strong>. Create a menu, then click the <strong>Custom links<\/strong> dropdown. Insert the anchor ID you created, with a hashtag in front, then click <strong>Add to menu.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1332\" height=\"626\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Menu-Items-Anchor-Links.png\" alt=\"Even menu items can become anchor links.\" class=\"wp-image-49953\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Menu-Items-Anchor-Links.png 1332w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Menu-Items-Anchor-Links-300x141.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Menu-Items-Anchor-Links-1024x481.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Menu-Items-Anchor-Links-768x361.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Menu-Items-Anchor-Links-24x11.png 24w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Menu-Items-Anchor-Links-36x17.png 36w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Menu-Items-Anchor-Links-48x23.png 48w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, this won\u2019t work properly on pages without the anchor ID, so creating a global menu like this on a multipage website is not a good idea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-3-set-up-conditions\">Step 3. Set up conditions<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve created your menu, click the <strong>Manage locations <\/strong>tab. Under one of the provided menu locations, click <strong>+ Conditional menu<\/strong>, then <strong>+ Conditions<\/strong>. You can set the conditions so the menu only appears on certain pages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"442\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Setting-Menu-Conditions.png\" alt=\"Setting the conditions for your menu means it\u2019ll only show up on certain pages.\" class=\"wp-image-49955\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Setting-Menu-Conditions.png 825w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Setting-Menu-Conditions-300x161.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Setting-Menu-Conditions-768x411.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Setting-Menu-Conditions-24x13.png 24w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Setting-Menu-Conditions-36x19.png 36w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Setting-Menu-Conditions-48x26.png 48w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-5-use-a-wordpress-plugin-to-add-anchor-links\">Method 5: Use a WordPress plugin to add anchor links<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Lastly, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/in\/blog\/guide-to-plugin-installation-uninstallation-activation-and-deactivation\/\">install a plugin<\/a> if all the methods above are too time-consuming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plenty of plugins can help you create anchor links, including return-to-top links, but let\u2019s highlight one of the best: <a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/easy-table-of-contents\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Easy Table of Contents<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1573\" height=\"676\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Magazine3-plugin-to-add-anchor-link.png\" alt=\"Magazine3 plugin to add anchor link\" class=\"wp-image-266329\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Magazine3-plugin-to-add-anchor-link.png 1573w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Magazine3-plugin-to-add-anchor-link-300x129.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Magazine3-plugin-to-add-anchor-link-1024x440.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Magazine3-plugin-to-add-anchor-link-768x330.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Magazine3-plugin-to-add-anchor-link-1536x660.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Magazine3-plugin-to-add-anchor-link-480x206.png 480w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Magazine3-plugin-to-add-anchor-link-1000x430.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Magazine3-plugin-to-add-anchor-link-1200x516.png 1200w\" sizes=\"100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This plugin works with Gutenberg, the Classic Editor and even page builders. You can manually insert&nbsp;ToCs&nbsp;or set it&nbsp;up&nbsp;so it inserts them automatically in every blog post and page.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Adding anchor links in WordPress is flexible and beginner-friendly, whether you use the block editor, Classic Editor, manual HTML,\u00a0menus\u00a0or plugins. Choose the method that fits your workflow and always test your links to ensure smooth navigation and a seamless user experience.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"background: #E8EDF5; border-radius: 12px; padding: 32px 24px; margin: 40px 0; text-align: center;\"> \n\n    <p style=\"font-family: 'Source Serif Pro', Georgia, serif; font-size: 34px; font-weight: 700; line-height: 50px; color: #1A1A1A; margin-bottom: 24px;\"> \n\n        Skip the jargon and get live human help 24\/7 \n\n    <\/p> \n\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/contact\"  \n\n       style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; gap: 10px; max-width: 280px; width: 100%; height: 56px; background: #196bde; color: #FFFFFF; font-family: 'Montserrat', sans-serif; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 700; font-style: normal; line-height: 26px; border: none; border-radius: 26px; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none; padding: 15px 24px; transition: background-color 0.2s ease;\" \n\n       onmouseover=\"this.style.background='#1557b8'\"  \n\n       onmouseout=\"this.style.background='#196bde'\"> \n\n        <span style=\"font-size: 20px; line-height: 1;\">\ud83d\udcac<\/span> \n\n        <span>Chat with an Expert<\/span> \n\n    <\/a> \n\n<\/div> \n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-best-practices-for-using-anchor-links-in-wordpress\">What are the best practices for using anchor links in WordPress?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you know how to create anchor links in WordPress, follow these tips to implement them well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-place-anchor-links-strategically\">1. Place anchor links strategically<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote\"><blockquote><p>When implementing anchor links, place them on the correct pages. Whether it\u2019s a ToC or a way to quickly skim FAQs, prioritize UX first and foremost.<\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, consider UX across devices and where anchor links might benefit mobile users. Something that fits nicely on a computer monitor may feel much more overwhelming on a phone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-use-the-right-anchor-text\">2. Use the right anchor text<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Anchor text is as important here as for any internal or external link. <a href=\"https:\/\/developers.google.com\/search\/docs\/crawling-indexing\/links-crawlable\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Good anchor text will improve SEO<\/a> by helping search engines categorize your page\u2019s structure and keeping things intuitive for visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use clear and direct wording so users know exactly where a jump link will take them. For example, if you\u2019re using a ToC, use identical wording to the headings each link jumps you to. Avoid generic wording like \u201cclick here\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-avoid-clutter\">3. Avoid clutter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Maintain a structured layout by using anchor links to organize your content. Resist the urge to overuse anchor links on pages that don\u2019t need them or use too many anchor links on one page. A single ToC and a back-to-top link are usually enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, ensure your anchor links don\u2019t open in a new tab, which is counterproductive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-test-your-anchor-links\">4. Test your anchor links<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Regularly test your anchor links, especially after updating content or altering headings. Try the anchor links on multiple devices and browsers, including screen readers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider overall UX here. Does the screen feel cramped or cluttered after scrolling? Do you need more whitespace? Is text hidden under your sticky top header?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-style-your-anchor-links\">5. Style your anchor links<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Distinguish anchor links from internal or external links through labeling or styling. Consider setting up \u201csticky\u201d anchor links that follow users as they scroll rather than ones in the content itself or creating accordions that neatly hide your ToC under a clickable element.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By following these practices, you\u2019ll ensure that WordPress anchor links enhance user experience, SEO and accessibility while keeping your WordPress site organized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-most-common-anchor-link-issues-in-wordpress-and-how-to-fix-them\">What are the most common anchor link issues in WordPress and how to fix them?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even when you manually create anchor links or add them through the WordPress editor, certain issues can reduce how helpful your article is for readers. Here are the most common problems users face with WordPress anchor links and how to fix them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Anchor link not working<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cause<\/strong>: The anchor ID or unique identifier is missing or mismatched.<br><strong>Fix<\/strong>: Check the HTML element, heading or text block and confirm the ID matches the hyperlink anchor exactly. Review your block settings to ensure the anchor was saved correctly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Page jump lands incorrectly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cause<\/strong>: Sticky headers or theme spacing push the content too high or low after a page jump.<br><strong>Fix<\/strong>: Add scroll padding via CSS or enable offset adjustments in your theme or plugin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Anchor links break after editing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cause<\/strong>: Heading text or IDs changed during content updates.<br><strong>Fix<\/strong>: Re-test all website anchors after editing the content editor or moving sections to another page layout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Smooth scrolling not working<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cause<\/strong>: Your theme or plugin does not support smooth scrolling.<br><strong>Fix<\/strong>: Enable smooth scroll features or install a plugin that handles animated page jumps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Anchor links to another page don\u2019t work<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cause<\/strong>: Full URL not included before the anchor slug.<br><strong>Fix<\/strong>: Use the complete link to the other page, followed by the anchor ([example].com\/page#section-id).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Accessibility issues with skip links<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cause<\/strong>: Skip links not labeled or placed correctly for assistive tools.<br><strong>Fix<\/strong>: Add descriptive link text and place skip links before main content so screen readers detect them properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Anchor links may seem small, but they play a big role in improving navigation, SEO and user experience. Use them strategically, test regularly and pair them with reliable hosting to keep your site fast and frustration free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-thoughts\">Final thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Improving UX is always a good goal. Happy users stay longer, browse more&nbsp;pages&nbsp;and are&nbsp;ultimately more&nbsp;likely to become loyal customers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Adding anchor links in WordPress may seem like a small step, but it can make&nbsp;a big difference&nbsp;in navigation,&nbsp;engagement&nbsp;and SEO. By learning how to add an anchor link in WordPress, whether through the WordPress editor,&nbsp;HTML&nbsp;or plugins, you make your content easier to read and your site\u2019s navigation more intuitive.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bluehost\u00a0offers reliable WordPress hosting that includes a Cloudflare\u00a0(CDN)\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/in\/blog\/what-is-a-cdn-benefits-alternatives\/\">content delivery network<\/a>\u00a0for top performance and speeds. We also offer a quick and easy setup plus 24\/7 support, so you always have access to help when you need it.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready to grow online? Start with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/web-hosting\">Bluehost\u00a0web hosting<\/a>\u00a0and enjoy simple setup, reliable\u00a0speed\u00a0and expert support anytime you need it.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<svg version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" viewBox=\"0 0 1001 300\"> \n\n  <image width=\"1001\" height=\"300\" xlink:href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Hosting-2.png\"><\/image> <a xlink:href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/hosting\/shared\"> \n\n    <rect x=\"84\" y=\"180\" fill=\"#fff\" opacity=\"0\" width=\"187\" height=\"63\"><\/rect> \n\n  <\/a> \n\n<\/svg>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1753779919008\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How do I create anchor links in WordPress?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">To learn how to add an anchor link in WordPress, start by assigning a unique HTML anchor ID to the heading or block you want to link to. In the WordPress block editor or Classic editor, add this ID in the advanced settings or in text mode. Next, highlight the text where you want to create links and insert a hyperlink with the hashtag prefix (example, #features). This setup lets users jump directly to the relevant section of your long article without endless scrolling.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1753779931144\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I add anchor links without coding in WordPress?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. You don\u2019t always need coding skills to know how to add an anchor link in WordPress. Using the block editor, you can simply assign an HTML anchor in the advanced settings. You can also use a contents plugin like Easy Table of Contents to generate a clickable table of contents for a long article automatically. These plugins help you create links to each relevant section and even let you add a menu item that jumps directly to a specific part of your page, giving visitors the exact information they\u2019re looking for.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1753779953558\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the best WordPress plugin for anchor links?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Several plugins make it simple to learn how to add an anchor link in WordPress without touching code. Popular options include Elementor, Easy Smooth Scroll Links and Page Scroll to ID. If you\u2019re working with long form content or a long article, the Easy Table of Contents plugin is a favorite because it can create links automatically for every heading. These plugins offer more features like smooth scrolling, customizable designs and support for adding anchor links to any menu item, ensuring visitors can quickly reach the relevant section they want.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1753779970446\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Does WordPress support smooth scrolling with anchor links?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, WordPress supports smooth scrolling for anchor links, which improves navigation on long-form content. Smooth scrolling is typically enabled through WordPress themes or plugins that animate the scroll action when users click jump links. This feature provides a seamless and user-friendly experience on a single page.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1753779982143\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How do I link to a specific section on the same page in WordPress?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Add a unique anchor name as an HTML ID to the target section via the WordPress block editor\u2019s advanced tab. Then, create a hyperlink using the link icon or chain link icon that references the anchor name with a hashtag (for example, #section-id) to navigate within the same page.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1753779993968\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How can I link to an anchor on a different page in WordPress?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Use the entire URL of the external page followed by the anchor name, prefixed with a hashtag (https:\/\/[example].[com]\/about). This creates an anchor link that directs users to a specific section on a different WordPress page or external web page.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1753780009148\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What are the best practices for anchor links in WordPress for SEO?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Use clear, descriptive anchor text that helps users find relevant content and assists search engines in understanding page structure. Avoid overusing anchor links to prevent clutter. Ensure accessibility by following web standards and test anchor links across devices to maintain SEO value.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1753780021729\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How do I create anchor links using the WordPress Classic Editor?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">In the Classic Editor, you can manually create anchor links WordPress to help users make a quick page jump to a specific section on the same page. First, switch to the Text view and add a unique id to the heading or HTML element you want to link to, for example:<br\/>&lt;h2 id=&#8221;anchor-id&#8221;>Your Heading&lt;\/h2>.<br\/>Next, switch back to the Visual tab and highlight the link text you want users to click. Select the chain link icon and enter #anchor-id to connect the link to your anchor. Save your changes and preview the page to make sure everything works correctly. This simple method makes it easy to update long articles and keep navigation smooth without leaving the Classic Editor.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1753780070556\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Are anchor links good for SEO?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. Anchor links improve content organization, making it easier for search engines to crawl and understand page hierarchy. They enhance user experience by helping site visitors navigate long-form articles, which can reduce bounce rates and increase engagement.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1753780081737\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the difference between an anchor link and a hyperlink?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A hyperlink connects to any page or resource, internal or external. An anchor link is more specific, it\u2019s used when you want to jump to a relevant section within a long article. 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