🚨 Clearing Up the Confusion Around Screaming Frog & Indexability 🚨
Hey SEO enthusiasts! 👋
There’s been some confusion about indexability when using tools like Screaming Frog, so I wanted to set the record straight.
💡 The Real Truth About Indexability:
To check if your site is indexed, the only reliable source is Google itself! You can use tools like Screaming Frog, but they can sometimes misreport your site's status, showing “non-indexable” even when the page is perfectly fine (200 code with text/html).
To see if your page is indexed, simply do a site:domain.com search directly on Google.
Google takes time (usually 2-4 weeks) to fully rank and stabilize your site. This period is known as the Google Sandbox, where your site’s rankings can fluctuate before settling down.
🔗 Pro Tip: If your site isn't showing up, you might be lacking links, which signal Google to revisit and re-crawl your site.
🛠 Monitor Your Rankings: Make sure you're keeping track of where your site is ranking each week. Tools like Ahrefs and rank trackers can help you keep an eye on those movements.
👉 Got questions? Drop them in the comments, and I’ll get back to you. Let's ensure your site is performing its best!
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