Introduction
Redirects are a natural part of website management, especially during site updates or migrations. In Google Search Console, a "Page with Redirect" notification indicates that a URL on your site redirects users and search engines to a different URL. This helps maintain proper site navigation, ensures users are directed to the right content, and preserves SEO value.
This article explains the purpose of redirects, common scenarios in Newsifier, and whether you need to take any action.
What is a Page with Redirect?
A Page with Redirect entry in Google Search Console means Google has found a URL on your site that automatically forwards to another page. Redirects are commonly used in these scenarios:
Permanent Redirects (301): Used when a page is moved permanently to a new URL, passing SEO value to the destination.
Temporary Redirects (302): Used for temporary URL changes, with the original URL intended to return later.
When Google encounters a redirect, it indexes the final destination URL instead of the original one.
Should I Be Concerned About Redirects?
In most cases, No. Redirects are a normal part of website operation, especially after migrations or content updates. However, it’s important to ensure that redirects are set up correctly and are functioning as intended. Misconfigurations can lead to SEO issues or poor user experience.
Common Redirect Scenarios in Newsifier
In Newsifier, redirects commonly occur in two key situations:
After a Site Migration
When migrating to Newsifier or changing your URL structure, old URLs automatically redirect to their new counterparts. For example, an old URL with a different slug format will forward to the updated version.
When Changing Article Titles and URLs
If you update an article's title and modify its URL, the old URL will redirect to the new one automatically.
This prevents users from encountering 404 errors and ensures SEO value flows to the new URL.
Note: Seeing thousands of redirects in Google Search Console after a migration is completely normal—it indicates the transition is working as intended.
What Actions Should You Take?
Newsifier handles redirects automatically, so there’s typically no action required on your part. If you see a large number of redirects in Google Search Console, it’s usually a sign that:
Migrations were successfully implemented.
Updates to URLs and article titles are working as intended.
As long as users and search engines reach the correct pages, no further steps are necessary.
FAQs
Why do I see thousands of redirects after a migration?
Answer: This is normal. When you migrate to a new platform or update your URL structure, old URLs redirect to their new versions. These entries in Google Search Console confirm that users and search engines are being directed to the correct content.
What happens if I change an article’s title and URL?
Answer: When you update an article's title and URL, Newsifier automatically redirects the old URL to the new one. This ensures users don’t encounter 404 errors and helps retain SEO value.