Hello,
We apologize for the issue you are facing regarding jQuery and its relation to the Rank Math plugin. Thank you for raising this concern.
Rank Math is designed to perform its functions primarily at the backend, and it does not rely on jQuery for its core functionalities such as schema output, breadcrumbs, or rich snippets. However, some features or integrations may use jQuery for specific functionalities or enhancements on the frontend.
If you want to optimize performance and reduce unnecessary dependencies, you can consider dequeuing jQuery. However, doing so may affect certain features that rely on it, particularly if you are using any of Rank Math’s frontend features that might utilize jQuery for dynamic interactions or enhancements.
To prevent Rank Math from enqueuing jQuery, you can use the code snippet you provided. Just be cautious, as this may lead to unexpected behavior in parts of the plugin that depend on jQuery. Here’s the code snippet again for reference:
add_action('wp_enqueue_scripts', function() {
wp_dequeue_script('jquery');
}, 100);
Before proceeding with this change, we recommend testing your site thoroughly after dequeuing jQuery to ensure that all Rank Math features are functioning as expected. If you notice any issues, you may need to re-enable jQuery or find alternative solutions to optimize your site’s performance without compromising essential functionalities.
If you have further questions or need assistance with specific features, please reply to this ticket, and a human agent from our support team will be happy to assist you further.
Thank you for your understanding!
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