Yes, it's possible to add "https://www" to the URL in WordPress SEO plugin settings without causing issues with HTTPS, but it requires careful configuration and validation to ensure everything works smoothly.
Here's a step-by-step guide:
1. Update
WordPress settings: Go to your
WordPress dashboard, navigate to Settings
> General, and update both the "WordPress Address (URL)" and
"Site Address (URL)" fields to start with "https://www".
2. Redirect
non-www to www (or vice versa):
You need to ensure that your server redirects traffic from one version of the
URL to the other to avoid duplicate content issues.
This can
typically be done through server configuration (e.g., Apache .htaccess rules or
Nginx configuration) or via WordPress plugins that handle redirection.
3. SSL
certificate: Make sure your
SSL certificate covers the "www" version of your domain. Most modern
SSL certificates cover both "www"
and non-"www" versions by default, but it's worth double-checking
with your certificate provider.
4. Test
thoroughly: After making
these changes, thoroughly test your website to ensure that both versions of the
URL (with and without "www") redirect to the preferred "https://www" version and
that there are no mixed content warnings or other HTTPS-related issues.
5. Update any
internal links and resources:
If you have any internal links or hardcoded resources (like images, scripts,
etc.) that use absolute URLs, make sure to update them to use the new "https://www" format to avoid
mixed content warnings.
6. Update any
third-party services: If you're using
any third-party services (like Google Analytics, Google Search Console, etc.)
that require your website URL, make sure to update them to use the new
"https://www" format.
7. Monitor for
issues: Keep an eye on your website's
performance and search engine rankings after making the URL change. If you
notice any unexpected issues, address them promptly.
By
following these steps and ensuring that your website's configuration is
properly updated, you should be able to
add "https://www" to the URL in WordPress SEO plugin settings without
causing issues with HTTPS.
However, if you're unsure or uncomfortable making these changes yourself, consider consulting with a web developer or system administrator for assistance.