How to create a useful URL slug
A slug is the readable part of a URL that identifies a page. Clear slugs help visitors understand a link before opening it. Use meaningful words, remove unnecessary filler and keep the final path stable after publication.
Are hyphens or underscores better?
Hyphens are the conventional separator for public web URLs and are easier to read. Underscores can be useful in internal identifiers.
Does a slug guarantee ranking?
No. A clear URL supports usability and crawling, but helpful page content and internal links remain more important.