Navigation refers to the menus and links that help visitors move around your website — finding your homepage, blog, contact page, or specific categories without getting lost.
Good navigation is one of those things visitors barely notice when it’s done well, but instantly notice when it’s confusing or missing entirely.
Common Types of Navigation
- Primary menu — usually in the header, linking to your main pages.
- Footer menu — often used for secondary links like Privacy Policy or Terms of Service.
- Breadcrumbs — a trail showing a visitor’s current location within your site’s structure.
Building Menus in WordPress
WordPress includes a built-in Navigation block for adding and arranging menu items visually. You can add links to pages, categories, or custom URLs, and organize them into dropdowns for a cleaner, more organized menu.
A Practical Tip
Keep your main navigation focused on the handful of pages visitors truly need. A cluttered menu with too many options tends to overwhelm people rather than help them find what they’re looking for.