404 monitoring

Hello,

We apologize for the issue you are facing with the 404 monitoring on your website. When a URL appears in the 404 logs with a significant number of hits, it typically indicates that users have attempted to access a page that is not available or has been moved. However, if the link works correctly when you click on it, there could be a few reasons for this discrepancy:

1. Typographical Errors: Users may have typed the URL incorrectly, leading to a 404 error.
2. Broken Links: There might be external sites linking to an incorrect version of your URL.
3. Caching Issues: Sometimes, caching plugins or server-side caching can cause outdated links to be served.
4. Redirects: If there are any redirects set up incorrectly, they might lead users to a 404 page instead of the intended content.

Impact on SEO

Having 404 errors can negatively impact your SEO if they are not addressed, as they can lead to a poor user experience and potentially affect your site’s ranking. It’s essential to monitor these errors and resolve them promptly.

How to Remove It

To remove the entry from the 404 logs:

1. Fix the Source: Identify and fix any broken links pointing to the incorrect URL. You can use tools like Google Search Console to find these links.
2. Clear the Log: Once you have addressed the issue, you can clear the 404 log in Rank Math by going to Rank Math SEO → 404 Monitor and clicking on Clear Log. This will remove all entries from the log.
   
3. Monitor Regularly: Keep an eye on your 404 logs regularly to catch any new issues as they arise.

If you need further assistance or if this issue persists, please reply to this ticket, and a human agent from our support team will take over and provide more detailed help.

Thank you for raising this concern!

Sources:
How to Monitor 404 Errors with Rank Math SEO Plugin