Managing Custom URL Slugs for Learnlists

Overview

Every Learnlist in Learn Amp has a unique URL slug—a human-readable identifier that appears in the web address. By default, slugs are generated automatically from the Learnlist name, but you can regenerate them to create cleaner, more memorable URLs.

Custom URL slugs improve shareability, make links easier to remember, and can benefit search engine optimisation (SEO).

Functionality Breakdown

What is a URL Slug?

A URL slug is the part of a web address that identifies a specific page. For example:

How Slugs Are Generated

• Automatic generation: When you create a Learnlist, Learn Amp automatically creates a slug from the name

• URL-friendly format: Spaces become hyphens, special characters are removed, and text is lowercased

• Uniqueness: Each slug must be unique across your platform

When to Regenerate Slugs

Consider regenerating a slug when:

• You've significantly renamed the Learnlist and the old slug no longer makes sense

• The original slug is very long or contains unnecessary words

• You want to optimise for search engines with specific keywords

• You're sharing the URL externally and want it to look professional

Slug Persistence

• Old slugs: When you regenerate a slug, the old URL may no longer work

• Bookmarks: Users who bookmarked the old URL will need the new link

• External links: Update any external references to the Learnlist

Pre-requisites

Role Requirements

To regenerate URL slugs:

• Owner – Full access to regenerate slugs

• Admin – Can regenerate slugs

• Learning Designer – Can regenerate slugs on content they manage

• Curator – Can regenerate slugs on content they manage

Requirements

• The Learnlist must already be saved (new Learnlists don't have this option until first save)

• You must be editing in the company's default language

Quick Start Guide

Regenerating a Learnlist Slug

1. Navigate to Manage in the sidebar

2. Select Learnlists

3. Click on the Learnlist to edit

4. Scroll to find the Regenerate URL or Regenerate Slug section

5. Check the box to regenerate the slug

6. Save the Learnlist

The new slug will be generated based on the current Learnlist name.

Viewing the Current Slug

1. Navigate to the Learnlist

2. Look at the URL in your browser's address bar

3. The slug is the text after /learnlists/

Alternatively, when editing:

1. The regenerate slug option often shows the current URL

2. Hover over or click the help icon to see the full current URL

Best Practices for Slugs

FAQs

Q: Can I manually type a custom slug?
No. Slugs are automatically generated from the Learnlist name. To get a specific slug, name your Learnlist accordingly before regenerating.

Q: What happens to the old URL after regenerating?
The old URL typically stops working. Users visiting the old link may see an error. Update any external references to use the new URL.

Q: Will internal links update automatically?
Links within Learn Amp (such as in Channels or Tasks) should continue to work as they use internal identifiers. External links and bookmarks need manual updating.

Q: Can two Learnlists have the same slug?
No. Slugs must be unique. If a conflict occurs, Learn Amp will append numbers to make the slug unique.

Q: Does changing the name automatically change the slug?
No. Once created, the slug remains the same even if you rename the Learnlist. You must explicitly regenerate it.

Q: Why can't I see the regenerate option?
This option only appears when editing in the company's default language and for existing (saved) Learnlists.

Troubleshooting