How to Find WordPress Page and Post IDs

Posted by Sean Doyle
December 5, 2016
Updated February 29, 2024
1 min

WordPress page or post IDs can be used for various WordPress plugins and services that need an appropriate ID structure to operate. A simple way to find your WordPress page or post ID is to visit the specific page or post in your WordPress administration dashboard and observe the URL in your internet browser’s address bar.

Our post ID in the picture below is: 6089 because the URL says post=6089

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Sean Doyle

Sean is a tech author and security researcher with more than 20 years of experience in cybersecurity, privacy, malware analysis, analytics, and online marketing. He focuses on clear reporting, deep technical investigation, and practical guidance that helps readers stay safe in a fast-moving digital landscape. His work continues to appear in respected publications, including articles written for Private Internet Access. Through Botcrawl and his ongoing cybersecurity coverage, Sean provides trusted insights on data breaches, malware threats, and online safety for individuals and businesses worldwide.