Hyperlinks change work when changing title or folder name or locations

Felix, Kimberly@DHCS 0 Reputation points
2026-09-30T15:52:32.3233333+00:00

When I change a link or folder title or if folder is rename and moved to a different folder will the hyperlink change?

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  1. AI answer

    2026-09-30T15:52:42.2533333+00:00

    It depends on the product and what the hyperlink points to.

    • In Publisher web publications, if a page is moved, Publisher automatically updates hyperlinks to the correct page.
    • If a hyperlink points to a bookmark that was moved or deleted, the link can stop working and must be edited.
    • If a hyperlink points to an external file or website, renaming or moving the target can break the hyperlink unless the path is updated.
    • In SharePoint, folder links are not permanent. If a folder is renamed or moved, its URL changes, so previously shared links can break. SharePoint Document ID applies to documents, not folders.
    • In Excel, relative links can continue to work if files are moved together and their relative positions stay the same.

    So, a hyperlink does not always change automatically when a title, folder name, or location changes. It may update in some Publisher scenarios, but for SharePoint folders and many file-based links, renaming or moving the target can break the link.

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  2. Helen Luu 3,300 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-09-30T16:07:46.1966667+00:00

    Hello @Felix, Kimberly@DHCS

    Regarding your concern, when you rename a folder or move it to another location, the folder's direct URL will change accordingly.

    However, any sharing links that were previously generated will remain valid. Users will still be able to access the folder through those existing sharing links, even if the folder has been renamed or moved to a different location.

    Sharing links can be found when you right-click of folder/file and choose Manage Access. It will be shown as below:

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    Please feel free to let me know if you have any additional questions. I look forward to hearing from you.

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