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404 Page and Wildcard Routes

Understand the role of 404 pages in web apps and how to implement them using React Router's wildcard routes. Discover how to create user-friendly error pages with navigation options, and practice enhancing 404 pages with features like search bars and contact links to guide users effectively.

In web applications, users may encounter missing or 404 pages for various reasons, such as:

  • Typing an incorrect URL.

  • Following a broken or outdated link.

  • Trying to access a resource that no longer exists.

What is a 404 page?

A 404 page provides a user-friendly way to inform visitors that the requested page cannot be found. It often includes helpful navigation options, such as links to ...