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Problem:
The client is experiencing an issue where the WPML language switcher is not functioning as expected on their website. Specifically, the 'a href' element in the language switcher is missing the link, preventing language switching.
Solution:
We identified that the issue might be related to a known problem with Elementor's customization of the WPML language switcher widget. We recommend checking the following documentation on this known issue: Elementor and WPML Language Switcher Widget Issue.

If this solution does not resolve your issue or seems irrelevant due to being outdated or not applicable to your case, we highly recommend opening a new support ticket. Additionally, please check related known issues at https://wpml.org/known-issues/, verify the version of the permanent fix, and confirm that you have installed the latest versions of themes and plugins. For further assistance, you can also contact our support team directly at WPML Support Forum.

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Last updated by Itamar 1 year, 5 months ago.

Assisted by: Itamar.

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November 4, 2024 at 3:54 pm

yvonneN-4

Background of the issue:
I am trying to implement a language switcher on my website hidden link using WPML. However, the language switcher is not functioning as expected.

Symptoms:
The WPML language switcher link target is missing. The 'a href' element is missing the link itself.

Questions:
Why is the 'a href' element missing the link in the WPML language switcher?

November 4, 2024 at 5:04 pm #16362576

Itamar
WPML Supporter since 02/2016

Languages: Hebrew (עברית )

Timezone: Asia/Jerusalem (GMT+03:00)

Hi,

Please try my suggestion and reply if you need further help with this issue. If necessary, I'll escalate it to our second-tier supporters.

Regards,
Itamar.

November 4, 2024 at 5:17 pm #16362691

yvonneN-4

sadly still not resolved

November 5, 2024 at 10:09 am #16365320

Itamar
WPML Supporter since 02/2016

Languages: Hebrew (עברית )

Timezone: Asia/Jerusalem (GMT+03:00)

Hi,

I can see it is working now. Please see the attached screenshot.

Can you please confirm that this issue is solved now?

Note: I was unable to access your site.

Thanks,
Itamar.

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