Removal of Indexed URL From Google Search - Support

Resolved Tunebeatz
4 months, 3 weeks ago

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I want to delete a post I have indexed that is showing on Google. I want to permanently delete it without causing any SEO issues. I don’t want the post to show on Google search. Kindly assist.
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RankBot
4 months, 3 weeks ago
Hello,

To remove a post that is already indexed and showing on Google search results, you can follow these steps to ensure it is permanently removed without causing any SEO issues:
1. Temporary Removal from Google Search Console:
  - Go to Google Search Console and submit a removal request for the URL you want to remove.
  - Enter the URL in the provided field and submit the request.
  - Confirm the removal by clicking the "Submit Request" button.
  - Please note that this removal is temporary, lasting for about six months. For a permanent solution, proceed to the next step.
2. Disallow PDF Files Using robots.txt:
  - Navigate to your Robots.txt settings in Rank Math SEO.
  - Head over to WordPress Dashboard → Rank Math SEO → General Settings → Edit Robots.txt.
  - If the option isn’t available, ensure you’re using the Advanced Mode in Rank Math.
  - Add rules to disallow search engines from crawling the specific URL you want to remove permanently.
By following these steps, you can ensure that the post is permanently removed from Google’s search index without causing any SEO issues. If you need further assistance, feel free to ask.

Thank you for reaching out!

Sources:
Can I NoIndex PDF Files Using an SEO Plugin? » Rank Math
How to Fix Submitted URL Marked ‘NoIndex’ Error » Rank Math
How to Fix ‘Page Indexed Without Content’ Issue in Google Search Console » Rank Math
How to Noindex URLs With Rank Math » Rank Math
Fix Excluded by NoIndex Tag – Google Search Console Status » Rank Math
Rakibuzzaman Siam
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Hello,

Thank you for contacting us and bringing your concern to our attention.

In this case, after deleting this post, you can create a redirection on your website to a similar page or your homepage.

Here’s how you can create a redirection using Rank Math: https://rankmath.com/kb/how-to-create-a-redirection/

Hope that helps and please don’t hesitate to let us know if you have any other questions.

Thank you.

RankBot
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Hello,

Since we did not hear back from you for 15 days, we are assuming that you found the solution. We are closing this support ticket.

If you still need assistance or any other help, please feel free to open a new support ticket, and we will be more than happy to assist.

Thank you.

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