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Problem:
The client is experiencing 404 errors when trying to access category links in the secondary language (French), despite these links working correctly in English.
Solution:
1. We recommended updating all WPML plugins by navigating to Plugins → Add New Plugin in the WordPress admin, clicking on the Commercial tab, and then clicking the Check for updates button. After updating, the issue persisted.
2. We then suggested re-saving permalinks by going to Settings → Permalinks and clicking the Save Changes button without altering any settings. This step did not resolve the issue.
3. Next, we checked the translation setup for product categories. We advised the client to go to WPML → Taxonomy Translation, select Product Categories from the dropdown menu, and ensure all fields under the Label section were filled out, especially the Slug. Despite these efforts, the 404 error persisted.
4. Given the ongoing issues, we escalated the matter for further investigation by our support specialists.

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Last updated by adamK-20 1 month, 2 weeks ago.

Assisted by: Bobby.

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March 2, 2026 at 5:50 pm #17865921

adamK-20

I need the category links to work in the secondary language.

March 3, 2026 at 7:02 am #17866781

Bobby
WPML Supporter since 04/2015

Languages: English (English )

Timezone: America/Los_Angeles (GMT-07:00)

Hi there,

If possible, please go to WPML->Settings and review the translation for the category.

When switching to French I can see the URL is keeping /product-category/ which might be the cause of this issue with the 404s.

Let me know your results, please.

March 3, 2026 at 5:19 pm #17869627

adamK-20

That was it - thank you! I don't know when that was removed, but it's an easy fix. Thanks again!