Bug: Protected footer links should redirect unauthenticated users to Login instead of showing Not Found

[MeghPatel-007]

Description

Some footer navigation links currently redirect unauthenticated users directly to protected pages.

Instead of guiding users through authentication, the application returns a Not Found page which creates confusion and breaks navigation flow.

Steps to Reproduce

1. Open the application without logging in
2. Navigate using footer links
3. Open protected sections (example: AI Helper)
4. Observe page behavior

Actual Behavior

• User reaches a Not Found page
• Navigation appears broken
• No indication that login is required

Expected Behavior

• Protected routes should detect unauthenticated users
• Redirect users to Login/Register page
• After successful login, redirect back to requested page

Possible Implementation

• Add route guards
• Check authentication state before navigation
• Store intended destination and restore after login
• Show access-required messaging

Additional Notes

This improves onboarding and prevents broken navigation for first-time users.

Screenshot attached for reference.

[MeghPatel-007]

Hi @KaranUnique 👋

While testing footer navigation, I noticed some links redirect unauthenticated users to pages that return Not Found instead of guiding users through authentication.

I’d like to work on implementing authentication-aware navigation and redirect users to Login when required.

Kindly assign this issue to me if approved.

Thank you 🚀