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Troubleshooting URL Indexing Issues in Funnels

Some users have noticed inconsistencies in URL structure and indexing within Stack, which can impact SEO and Google Search Console tracking. These issues might lead to unexpected URL variations and incorrect indexing. This guide will help you understand these problems and provide clear steps to resolve them.

Table of Contents​

Understanding the Issue​

Common Problems Faced by Users​

  • Mismatched URLs: Different URLs may appear in various sections of the funnel editor.
  • Random Numbers in URLs: Stack might append numbers to URLs, causing indexing inconsistencies.
  • Incorrect Indexing: The URL indexed in Google Search Console might differ from the intended URL.

Common Causes​

  • Auto-Generated URLs: Funnel steps might generate random URLs.
  • Missing Canonical Tags: Without these tags, search engines might prioritize incorrect URLs.
  • Multiple URL Versions: Variations in https://, http://, and www. can lead to indexing issues.

Step-by-Step Solutions​

Removing Random Numbers from Funnel URLs​

Stack may automatically add numbers to URLs. To prevent this:

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

Setting Canonical Meta Tags​

To ensure search engines prioritize the correct URL:

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

Submitting the Correct URL to Google Search Console​

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

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. For guidance, refer to the Ultimate Guide to 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.