Anchor Menu

FAQ

How do I install Anchor Menu?

To install Anchor Menu:

1. In your WordPress dashboard, go to Plugins > Add New.
2. Search for Anchor Menu.
3. Click Install, then Activate.
4. Go to Settings > Anchor Menu to configure your menu.

Does Anchor Menu work with all themes?

Yes. Anchor Menu works with all WordPress themes that follow coding standards.
The plugin has been successfully tested with the default Twenty Twenty-Four and Twenty Twenty-Five themes, as well as Gutenberg- and Elementor-based themes.

It is compatible with most modern themes that use standard HTML headings and section tags.

If you experience a compatibility issue with a specific theme, you can report it on the WordPress.org support forum.

Is Anchor Menu compatible with WooCommerce?

Current limitation: Anchor Menu is not designed for WooCommerce.
Product pages use dynamic content and unpredictable IDs that are not compatible with the plugin’s anchor system.

Anchor Menu is optimized for showcase websites, blogs, and standard content pages.

Does Anchor Menu work with other WordPress plugins?

Yes. Anchor Menu is compatible with most WordPress plugins.
It has been successfully tested with major SEO plugins (Yoast SEO, Rank Math), caching plugins (WP Super Cache, W3 Total Cache), security plugins (Solid Security), translation plugins (TranslatePress), and form builders such as Ninja Forms.

If you experience a compatibility issue with a specific plugin, you can report it on the WordPress.org support forum.

Do I need to know how to code to use Anchor Menu?

No coding skills are required.
Anchor Menu is fully managed from the WordPress admin interface with a simple and intuitive setup.

You only need to assign IDs to your sections or blocks, which can be done directly in the WordPress editor or in page builders like Gutenberg and Elementor.

Does Anchor Menu slow down my site?

No. Anchor Menu is lightweight and optimized.
CSS and JS files are intentionally small, with no unnecessary dependencies. Inline CSS is limited to what is strictly necessary, and no heavy script runs on scroll.

Performance tests (Lighthouse mobile and desktop) confirmed that the plugin does not impact core metrics (CLS, LCP).

Are the plugin files loaded on every page?

No. Scripts and styles are loaded only on pages where Anchor Menu is enabled (via shortcode or settings).
This keeps your website lightweight.

Is Anchor Menu secure?

Yes. Only administrators can change the plugin settings.
Anchor Menu follows WordPress security best practices: data sanitization, proper escaping, and use of the WordPress Settings API.
It also removes its own data cleanly upon uninstall.

Is Anchor Menu accessible?

Yes. The plugin supports full keyboard navigation, includes ARIA roles and labels, and uses accessible color contrasts (≥ 4.5:1).
The interface and the rendered menu both follow accessibility guidelines.

What happens if I uninstall Anchor Menu?

When uninstalled, Anchor Menu removes only its own data stored in the database (settings and options).
No other site data is touched.

Can I contribute to translating Anchor Menu?

Yes. Anchor Menu is translation-ready and already available in multiple languages.

You can contribute directly on the official platform:
https://translate.wordpress.org/

How does Anchor Menu help with AI-based SEO (GEO)?

AI systems (Google AI, ChatGPT, etc.) understand pages better when the content is clearly structured into sections.
Anchor Menu creates a clean table of contents with anchors and headings, making long-form content easier for AI to analyse, summarise, and recommend.

Why are long and well-structured pages important for AI?

Modern AI prefers pages that provide detailed, high-quality explanations.
This kind of expert content is naturally longer, and Anchor Menu makes it easier to navigate — both for readers and for AI engines, which interpret each section more accurately.

Does Anchor Menu improve content readability for AI?

Yes. The plugin clarifies the hierarchy of your content (H1 → H2 → H3) and exposes each section through anchor links.
This helps AI engines understand your topics, extract key information, and identify sub-themes more efficiently.

Is Anchor Menu useful for GEO on non-commercial websites?

Absolutely. Whether it’s a blog, documentation, a knowledge page, or an informational article, AI rewards clear content organisation.
Anchor Menu enhances clarity, navigation, and perceived expertise — all important signals for modern AI-driven search.