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How to Delete an Uncategorized Category in WordPress

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  • 29/11/2025 12:40 PM

You cannot remove the Uncategorized category, but you can rename it.


1. Log in to the WordPress dashboard.


2. From the Dashboard menu, go to Posts and click on Categories.
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3. Hover your mouse on the Uncategorized option and click on Quick Edit.
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4. Change its name and slug, and confirm with Update Category.
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The Uncategorized category has been successfully renamed.


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