What can be done to resolve Google's exclusion of new pages on my website in Webflow?

Published on
September 22, 2023

To resolve Google's exclusion of new pages on your website in Webflow, there are several steps you can take:

  1. Submit your sitemap to Google Search Console: One common reason for new pages not appearing in Google search results is that they haven't been indexed yet. By submitting your sitemap to Google Search Console, you're informing Google about the structure and content of your website, including any new pages you've added. This can help speed up the indexing process.

  2. Ensure your pages are crawlable: Google needs to be able to crawl and index your new pages to include them in search results. Check your website settings in Webflow to make sure that search engines are allowed to access your content. You can do this by going to the project settings, selecting the SEO tab, and checking the "Allow search engines to index this site" box.

  3. Generate high-quality backlinks: Backlinks from reputable and authoritative websites can signal to Google that your content is valuable and worth indexing. By actively promoting your new pages and reaching out to relevant websites for link opportunities, you increase the chances of these pages getting indexed and ranking in search results.

  4. Optimize your new pages for relevant keywords: Make sure you have properly optimized your new pages for relevant keywords by including them in your page titles, headings, meta descriptions, and content. This helps Google understand what your page is about and improves the chances of it being included in relevant search queries.

  5. Promote your new pages on social media and other channels: Sharing your new pages on social media platforms and other channels can help increase visibility and encourage others to link to your content. This can lead to more exposure and potentially faster indexing by search engines.

  6. Monitor crawl errors and fix them: Use Google Search Console to monitor any crawl errors that may be preventing Google from indexing your new pages. Common crawl errors include broken links, server errors, and pages with excessive redirects. Fixing these issues can help improve the crawlability of your website and increase the chances of your new pages being indexed.

By following these steps, you can increase the likelihood of your new pages being included in Google's search results and improving the visibility of your website overall.

Additional questions:

  1. How long does it take for Google to index new pages on a website?
  2. What is the importance of a sitemap in improving website indexing?
  3. How can I promote my website and new pages for better search engine visibility?