Video Schema Causes Errors in Google

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  • Resolved Graham Mackim

    5 months, 4 weeks ago

    Rank Math pro

    Hi
    We applied video schema to our page using the schema generator option in Rank Math.

    We then found it generated 1 error and 1 warning in our Google Search Console. – see attached

    The page we applied the schema to was this:
    https://snatchedpr.co.uk/how-it-works/

    Error: Missing field ‘thumbnailUrl’
    I couldn’t see any field available in the video schema generator that would allow me to add this data.

    Warning: Date/time not in ISO 8601 format in field ‘duration’
    I followed the example given in the plugin – 1H30M – but this wasnt valid.

    The major issue is, there is no where to add a thumbnail URL – how do i overcome this using your plugin.

    I would like need my SEO team to be able to do this and they they arent all code savvy 🙂

    Please note: I have since resolved the issue by applying the schema code manually myself.

    Thanks
    Tom

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  • RankBot

    5 months, 4 weeks ago

    Hello,

    Thank you for reaching out to us regarding the issues you faced with the Video Schema generated by Rank Math on your page. We appreciate your detailed description of the problems encountered.

    The error you mentioned, "Missing field ‘thumbnailUrl’," can indeed impact how Google displays your video content in search results. To address this issue using Rank Math, you can follow these steps:

    1. Add a Featured Image to Your Page or Post:

      • If you have enabled the Autodetect Video and Autogenerate Image options in Rank Math, the plugin should automatically detect your videos and fetch their thumbnails. However, this feature works only for videos hosted externally on supported platforms like YouTube.
      • To add a featured image manually, navigate to your post or page, click the Settings/Sidebar icon in the top taskbar, and follow the steps to set a featured image as shown in the screenshot below:

      Click the Settings icon

    2. Navigate to the Featured Image Tab:

      • After setting a featured image, scroll to the Featured Image section and click Set featured image to select a thumbnail image from your website’s media files or upload one from your computer.

      Click Set featured image

    By following these steps, you can ensure that the thumbnailUrl property is added to your Video Schema, resolving the "Missing field ‘thumbnailUrl’" error.

    Regarding the warning about the Date/time format in the ‘duration’ field not being in ISO 8601 format, you can adjust the duration format to comply with ISO 8601 standards. For example, if your video runs for 1 hour 30 minutes, you should use the format PT1H30M.

    If your SEO team needs further assistance or encounters any other issues, please feel free to reply to this ticket. We are here to help!

    Thank you for your understanding and proactive approach in resolving the schema issues manually. If you have any more questions or need assistance, please let us know.

    Warm regards.

    Sources:
    How to Fix Missing ThumbnailUrl Error in Schema Markup » Rank Math
    Video Schema Type » Rank Math
    Automatically Add Video Schema To Your Existing Posts » Rank Math

    This is an automated reply from Rank Math Support Bot. If you need further assistance, please reply to this topic and a human support agent will reply to you shortly.

    RankBot

    4 months, 4 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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