Why am I getting the error "Collection with this URL already exist" when trying to make changes in page settings on Webflow? I have a page with slug "blog" and a CMS collection with slug "blog", and my structure looks like '…' and '…'. I haven't changed the slugs.

TL;DR
  • Check for slug conflicts between a static page and a CMS collection; both should not use the same slug like "blog".
  • Rename the slugs on either the static page or CMS collection to resolve the conflict, then update any links and navigation menus accordingly, and finally publish your site to apply the changes.

The issue you're experiencing may arise from having a page and a CMS collection with the same slug, such as "blog". In Webflow, it's essential that slugs are unique across static pages and CMS items to avoid conflicts.

1. Identify Slug Conflicts

  • Check your Page Slug: Go to the Pages section in your Webflow project and verify the slug of your static page. Ensure the slug is set to “blog”.
  • Check CMS Collection Slug: Navigate to your CMS Collections and confirm that you also have a collection with the slug “blog”.

2. Resolve the Slug Conflict

  • Rename Static Page Slug: If possible, consider changing the slug of the static page. For example, you might rename it to "articles" or "posts".
  • Rename CMS Collection Slug: Alternatively, change the CMS collection slug if it’s more feasible for your website structure.

3. Update Links and References

  • Check Internal Links: After changing any slugs, make sure to update any internal links that reference the old slug.
  • Adjust Navigation Menus: Ensure that your navigation structure is updated to reflect any changes in slugs, avoiding broken links.

4. Publish Changes

  • Publish Your Site: After making the necessary adjustments, publish your site to ensure changes take effect across the live website.

Summary

By ensuring that your static pages and CMS collections have unique slugs, you can avoid the "Collection with this URL already exist" error. Adjust the slug of either the static page or the CMS collection, update internal links, and publish your changes for resolution.

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