Quick Reference
Element Code: HR-010
Issue: Hreflang targets have noindex directives
Impact: Conflicting signals
Fix: Remove noindex or remove hreflang reference
Detection: Screaming Frog
What Is This Issue?
Hreflang pointing to noindex pages creates conflict.
Why This Matters for Your Website
Noindex pages cannot serve as language variants in results.
How to Fix This Issue
- Remove noindex: If page should be indexed
- Or remove hreflang: If should not be indexed
Tools for Detection
- Screaming Frog: Check indexability
TL;DR (The Simple Version)
Your hreflang points to noindex pages. Remove noindex or hreflang.
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