Recently, one of our users asked us how to add a list of forbidden words for titles on WordPress? If you manage a multi-author blog and want to avoid certain words being on the titles, then this method will be of great use to you.

In this tutorial, we will show you how to create a list of forbidden words on WordPress titles.

But before you start, take the time to take a look at How to install a WordPress themeHow many plugins to install on WordPress.

Then let's get to work!

Why create a list of prohibited words for titles of articles on WordPress?

Keeping all authors informed about your writing style and your multi-author policy is difficult. You can leave editorial comments, add custom ratings and statuses, but there's no guarantee they'll all be honored.

See also: How to create titles that attract on WordPress

If an author has editing rights, then unwanted words may appear live on your website. You can avoid this by removing the editing privilege from users, but it means more work for you because you will have to check all the articles.

That said, let's see how you can easily ban titles with unwanted words on your blog.

How to create a list of forbidden words for the titles of WordPress articles

This method requires you to manually add a code that you must add to your WordPress theme or WordPress Plugin. It is recommended for users who know how to paste snippets of code on WordPress.

Important : Always make a backup of your blog, when you plan to add a portion of code.

function bpc_forbidden_title ($ title) {global $ post; $ title = $ post-> post_title; // Add restricted words or phrases separated by a semicolon $ restricted_words = "word1; word2; word3"; $ restricted_words = explode (";", $ restricted_words); foreach ($ restricted_words as $ restricted_word) {if (stristr ($ title, $ restricted_word)) wp_die (__ ('Error: You have used a forbidden word "'. $ restricted_word. '" in post title')); }} add_action ('publish_post', 'bpc_forbidden_title', 10, 1);

Don't forget to add the words you want to prohibit in the variable "restricted_words", separated by a semicolon.

This code simply triggers a function when a user tries to publish an article which checks the article title for restricted words. If it finds a restricted word in the article title, it will show the user an error like this:

Error wordpress words forbidden title article

That is just about everything. Do not hesitate to ask us questions if you do not understand a point.

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Conclusion

Here ! That's it for this tutorial, I hope it allows you to restrict certain words on WordPress post titles. Do not hesitate to share with your friends on your favorite social networks

However, you can also consult our resources, if you need more elements to carry out your projects of creation of Internet sites, by consulting our guide on WordPress blog creation.

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