Category: Technical SEO
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Resolving 429 Response Codes with Screaming Frog and Cloudflare at Home
Troubleshooting 429 Response Codes in Screaming Frog: Is Cloudflare the Culprit? Hello everyone, Today, I’m reaching out to discuss a common issue our SEO team is facing while working remotely. As many of us know, flexibility is key, especially when family commitments arise, such as caring for sick children. That said, our current project involves…
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What’s the story with image link spam?
Understanding Image Link Spam: What You Need to Know Hello, readers! Today, we’re diving into an intriguing issue that many website owners are facing: image link spam. You may have noticed a peculiar trend in your backlink reports, where random domains, often from various parts of the world, are linking to images on your site…
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Why are certain thumbnails missing in Google search result pages?
Troubleshooting Missing Thumbnails in Google Search Results Have you ever noticed that some of your web pages are not showing thumbnails in Google’s search results, despite your best efforts to follow the best practices? If you run a recipe blog or any site where visuals are key, you might be facing a frustrating dilemma just…
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The Importance of ‘rel=alternate’ in Your Sitemap
Understanding the Role of ‘rel=alternate’ in Your Sitemap: Is It Essential? As a webmaster, producing sitemaps that effectively showcase multiple URLs has been a significant part of my routine. Recently, I took some time to examine my existing sitemaps and noticed the following structure: xml <url> <loc>https://example.com/product/acme</loc> <xhtml:link rel=”alternate” hreflang=”en” href=”https://example.com/product/acme” /> <xhtml:link rel=”alternate” hreflang=”de”…
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Optimizing crawl budget: Redirects vs canonical tags
Understanding Crawl Budget: Should You Use 301 Redirects or Canonical Tags? It’s not uncommon for website owners to encounter issues related to URL structures, specifically when it comes to managing how Google crawls and indexes their pages. Recently, I observed an intriguing situation with my site, where Google was crawling numerous URLs that included an…
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Importance of maintaining image URLs during M1 to M2 site migration or using 301 redirects?
The Importance of Maintaining Image URLs During Site Migration from M1 to M2 Hello everyone, I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for the support I’ve received so far as we navigate our upcoming transition to Magento 2. It’s been a challenging journey, and your insights have been invaluable. As we prepare…
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Should ‘nofollow’ attributes apply to links in external JS code?
Should You Add ‘Nofollow’ to External JavaScript Links on Your Site? If you manage a website with a vast array of pages, such as 400,000 product URLs, you may often find yourself examining every detail of your link strategy. One question that might arise is whether to apply a ‘nofollow’ attribute to external links created…
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Using Google Entity @id in Organization Schema: Is It Recommended?
Should You Use Google Entity @id in Organization Schema? Let’s Explore Navigating the vast world of structured data can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to implementing schemas for organizations. Recently, I found myself questioning the relevance of Google’s entity @id in the organization schema, and I suspect I’m not alone in this inquiry.…
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Impact of Geo-IP Targeted Banners on SEO
The Impact of Geo-Targeted Banners on SEO: What You Need to Know Hello, fellow marketers! Today, I want to explore a thought-provoking question that’s been buzzing around my workplace: How does implementing geo-targeted content, like banners tailored for specific geographic IP addresses, influence SEO? In our discussions, some team members proposed displaying banners specifically for…