What is WordPress Hook: clean_url
The clean_url hook in WordPress is used to filter a URL before it is used in a HTTP request. It allows developers to modify or sanitize URLs before they are outputted, providing an extra layer of security and control over the website’s links.
Understanding the Hook: clean_url
The clean_url hook is located within the WordPress process where URLs are being generated or outputted. It is commonly used in themes and plugins to ensure that all URLs meet certain criteria or are sanitized before being used.
Hook Parameters (if applicable): clean_url
The clean_url hook does not accept any parameters.
Hook Doesn’t Work: clean_url
If the clean_url hook doesn’t seem to be working, it could be due to conflicts with other plugins or themes that are also modifying URLs. It’s important to check for any other functions or filters that may be affecting the URLs and causing the clean_url hook to not work as expected.
Best Practices & Usage Notes (if applicable): clean_url
When using the clean_url hook, it’s important to keep in mind that it should only be used for filtering URLs and not for modifying the content of the URLs themselves. It’s also recommended to test the functionality of the hook after making any changes to ensure that it is working as intended.
clean_url Usage Example: clean_url
“`php
function custom_clean_url( $url ) {
// Modify or sanitize the URL here
return $url;
}
add_filter( ‘clean_url’, ‘custom_clean_url’ );
“`