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# How to Delete an Uncategorized Category in WordPress

You cannot remove the *Uncategorized* category, but you can rename it.

* Log in to the **WordPress dashboard**.
* From the **Dashboard** menu, go to **Posts** and click on **Categories**.

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* Hover your mouse over the **Uncategorized** option and click on **Quick Edit**.

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* Change its **name** and **slug**, then confirm with **Update Category**.

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{% hint style="info" %}
Renaming *Uncategorized* helps keep your blog organized, as all uncategorized posts are assigned to this default category.
{% endhint %}