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Troubleshooting URL Indexing Issues in Funnels

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Introduction

Some users have observed irregularities in URL formatting and indexing, potentially affecting SEO performance and Google Search Console data. These inconsistencies can result in unintended URL variations and inaccurate indexing. This article outlines the issue and offers straightforward solutions to fix it.



Understanding the Issue


Common Problems Faced by Users

  1. Mismatched URLs: Different URLs appear in different sections of the funnel editor.
  2. Random Numbers in URLs: CRM appends numbers to URLs, leading to indexing inconsistencies.
  3. Incorrect Indexing: The indexed URL in Google Search Console differs from the URL intended for use.

 


Causes of the Issue

  • Auto-Generated URLs: Funnel steps may generate random URLs.
  • Missing Canonical Tags: Without these tags, search engines may prioritize the wrong URLs.
  • Multiple URL Versions: Inconsistencies in https://, http://, and www. variations lead to indexing issues.

 


Step-by-Step Solutions


1. Removing Random Numbers from Funnel URLs

CRM may automatically add numbers to the URL. To prevent this:

  1. Open the Funnel Settings.
  2. Edit the Page Path to remove unnecessary numbers.
  3. Save changes and republish the page.

 


2. Setting Canonical Meta Tags

To ensure search engines prioritize the correct URL:

  1. Access SEO Metadata Settings in the page editor.
  2. Add a canonical tag specifying the preferred URL.
  3. Ensure the canonical tag matches the URL submitted to Google Search Console.


3. Submitting the Correct URL to Google Search Console

  1. Log into Google Search Console.
  2. Use the URL Inspection Tool to check the indexed URL.
  3. If the wrong URL is indexed, request indexing for the correct one.


4. Ensuring URL Consistency Across the Website

  • Choose either www. or non-www. and stick to it.
  • Use only https:// for all pages.
  • Set up 301 Redirects to point alternative URLs to the correct version.
  • To understand how to set up 301 Redirects

 


Conclusion

By managing URLs properly and implementing canonical tags, you can avoid duplicate content issues and improve SEO. Regularly check Google Search Console for discrepancies and correct them using the steps outlined above.