Slug Generator
Convert text into URL-friendly slugs.
What is a URL slug and why does it matter for SEO?
A slug is the part of a URL that identifies a page in a way readable for both humans and search engines. For example, in the URL "yoursite.com/blog/my-blog-article", the slug is "my-blog-article". A good slug is fundamental for SEO because Google uses words in the URL as a relevance signal. Best practices include using relevant keywords, keeping it short (3-5 words), and avoiding filler words.
Our generator automatically removes accents and special characters, replaces spaces with hyphens, and converts everything to lowercase, following standard web conventions. Non-ASCII characters are converted to their unaccented equivalents to ensure maximum compatibility with all browsers and servers.
Frequently asked questions
Do slugs affect SEO?
Yes, slugs are an SEO factor. Google considers words in the URL as a relevance signal. A descriptive slug like "seo-guide-beginners" is better than "post-12345". Additionally, users will trust a readable URL more when deciding whether to click on a search result.
Should I use hyphens or underscores?
Always hyphens (-). Google treats hyphens as word separators, but interprets underscores (_) as part of the same word. That is, "my-article" is read as two words, while "my_article" is read as one. This recommendation comes directly from Google.
Should slugs be in English?
Not necessarily. The slug should be in the language of your content and your target audience. If your site is in English and you're targeting English-speaking users, use English slugs. If your site is in another language, use slugs in that language. This improves relevance for searches in that language and user experience.
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