1. Should I use underscores or hyphens?
Google officially recommends using **hyphens (-)** instead of underscores (_). Search engines treat hyphens as word separators, whereas underscores are seen as part of the word itself.
2. How long should a slug be?
Ideally, keep your slugs between 3 to 5 words. Shorter, descriptive slugs are easier for users to remember and share on social media.
3. Can I include stop words like 'and' or 'the'?
For better SEO, it's often recommended to remove stop words unless they are vital to the meaning of the title. This makes your URL cleaner and more keyword-focused.